Garden Sunbird
NameGarden Sunbird
Common NameGarden Sunbird
Scientific NameCinnyris jugularis
FamilyNectariniidae
Wingspan (cm)13.5
Length (cm)11
Weight (g)8
Plumage DetailsMales have an iridescent metallic blue-black throat and upper breast, olive-brown back and wings, and a bright yellow belly. A narrow blue-black malar stripe is often visible. Females are duller, lacking the iridescent throat, with an olive-brown back and yellow underparts.
Vocalization / CallA rapid, high-pitched "tseet-tseet" or "chip-chip" song, often delivered while foraging. Also produces various chirps and trills.
Primary Dietnectarivore
Primary Habitatsurban, forest, coastal
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across Southeast Asia, including southern China, Indochina, the Malay Peninsula, Indonesia, the Philippines, and northern Australia.
Identifying Featureslong decurved bill, iridescent blue-black throat (male), bright yellow belly, olive back, small size
Description
This small, active sunbird is characterized by its long, decurved bill, perfectly adapted for nectar feeding. Males display striking iridescent blue-black plumage on the throat and breast, contrasting with a bright yellow belly and olive back. They are commonly found flitting among flowers in various habitats.
