Green-headed Sunbird
NameGreen-headed Sunbird
Common NameGreen-headed Sunbird
Scientific NameCyanomitra verticalis
FamilyNectariniidae
Wingspan (cm)13.5
Length (cm)14
Weight (g)12.5
Plumage DetailsMales have an iridescent blue-green head and throat, olive-green upperparts, and greyish underparts. Females are duller, lacking the iridescent head, with an olive-green head and upperparts and greyish-olive underparts. Both sexes have a long, decurved black bill.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a rapid series of high-pitched 'tsip' notes and a trilling, warbling song.
Primary Dietnectarivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across West and Central Africa, from Senegal east to Uganda and south to Angola.
Identifying FeaturesIridescent blue-green head and throat (male), Olive-green back, Long, decurved black bill, Small size
Description
This small, active sunbird is characterized by the male's iridescent blue-green head and throat, contrasting with an olive-green back and greyish underparts. It possesses a long, decurved bill perfectly adapted for feeding on nectar from flowers, often seen darting between blossoms.
