Olive-crowned Flowerpecker
NameOlive-crowned Flowerpecker
Common NameOlive-crowned Flowerpecker
Scientific NameDicaeum pectorale
FamilyDicaeidae
Wingspan (cm)12
Length (cm)8.5
Weight (g)8
Plumage DetailsMales have an olive-green crown and back, with a yellow-orange breast and belly, and a white vent. Females are duller overall, with less vibrant yellow-orange on the underparts. Both sexes have a short, stout black bill.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations typically consist of high-pitched, thin, and often rapid calls, including a series of 'tsip' or 'tsee' notes.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to New Guinea and several surrounding islands, including the Aru Islands, Yapen, Biak, and Karkar.
Identifying FeaturesSmall size, Olive-green crown and upperparts, Yellow-orange breast and belly (males), Short, stout bill, Feeds on mistletoe berries
Description
The Olive-crowned Flowerpecker is a very small, active passerine bird. Males are characterized by an olive-green crown and upperparts, contrasting with a yellow-orange breast and belly. They are typically found foraging in the canopy of tropical forests.
