Orange-tufted Sunbird
NameOrange-tufted Sunbird
Common NameOrange-tufted Sunbird
Scientific NameCinnyris bouvieri
FamilyNectariniidae
Wingspan (cm)12.5
Length (cm)10.5
Weight (g)7.5
Plumage DetailsThe male Orange-tufted Sunbird exhibits a brilliant metallic green on its head, throat, and upper back, transitioning to a vibrant metallic purple breast band. The rest of the underparts are dark brown to black. Hidden orange pectoral tufts are present but often concealed. Females are duller, typically olive-green above and yellowish below.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations consist of a series of high-pitched, rapid, and often metallic-sounding chirps, trills, and whistles.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in Central Africa, including countries such as Cameroon, Central African Republic, Congo, Gabon, Angola, and Equatorial Guinea.
Identifying Featuresiridescent green head and throat, metallic purple breast band, decurved bill, small size, orange pectoral tufts (often concealed)
Description
A small, iridescent sunbird native to Central Africa, often found in forest edges and clearings. Males are strikingly colored with a metallic green head and throat, a purple breast band, and a dark belly, complemented by a distinctive decurved bill.
