Amani Sunbird
NameAmani Sunbird
Common NameAmani Sunbird
Scientific NameHedydipna pallidigaster
FamilyNectariniidae
Wingspan (cm)11
Length (cm)10.5
Weight (g)7
Plumage DetailsMales exhibit a striking iridescent metallic green on the head, throat, and upper breast, contrasting with dark brown upperparts and a clean white belly and vent. Females are duller, generally olive-green above and yellowish below.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include high-pitched 'tseep' or 'tsit' notes, often given rapidly, and a distinctive trilling song.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statuscritically-endangered
Geographic RangeEndemic to a few fragmented coastal lowland forests in northeastern Tanzania (e.g., Amani-Sigi, Zaraninge, Pugu Hills) and southeastern Kenya (e.g., Arabuko-Sokoke Forest).
Identifying Featuressmall size, iridescent metallic green head and throat (male), white belly, dark upperparts, long, slender, decurved bill
Description
The Amani Sunbird is a small, active bird known for its iridescent plumage. It typically forages for nectar and insects in the canopy of its forest habitat, often hanging upside down to access food sources.
