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Yellow-eared Spiderhunter

Yellow-eared Spiderhunter

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The Yellow-eared Spiderhunter is a distinctive species with a long, decurved bill, olive-green plumage, and bright yellow ear-coverts. It is common in forests and plantations.
Where to spot
Widespread across Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia (Sumatra, Borneo, Java), and Brunei, inhabiting forests, forest edges, and plantations.
How to spot
Look for its long, curved bill and the bright yellow ear-coverts. It moves actively through the mid-story and canopy. Listen for its loud, clear, often buzzing calls.
When to spot
Active throughout the year. Most visible during morning and late afternoon when foraging. Often found near large flowering plants or fruit trees.
File:Arachnothera chrysogenys Keulemans.jpg
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File:Arachnothera chrysogenys Keulemans.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Arachnothera chrysogenys chrysogenys 253090754.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Arachnothera chrysogenys chrysogenys 253090755.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
The bright yellow patches behind its eyes (ear-coverts) are a very clear and reliable identification feature, making it relatively easy to distinguish from other spiderhunters.
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