Palawan Sunbird
NamePalawan Sunbird
Common NamePalawan Sunbird
Scientific NameCinnyris aurora
FamilyNectariniidae
Wingspan (cm)16
Length (cm)11
Weight (g)8
Plumage DetailsMales have olive-green upperparts, an iridescent metallic blue-black throat and upper breast, a prominent bright orange band across the chest, and bright yellow underparts. Females are duller, with olive-green upperparts and yellow underparts, lacking the iridescent throat and orange band.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of high-pitched, rapid, and often metallic-sounding chirps and trills, sometimes forming a short, energetic song.
Primary Dietnectarivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban, coastal
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to Palawan and its associated smaller islands in the Philippines.
Identifying Featureslong, decurved bill, iridescent blue-black throat (male), bright orange breast band (male), bright yellow belly, small size
Description
A small, vibrant sunbird, the male Palawan Sunbird is characterized by its iridescent blue-black throat, bright orange breast band, and yellow belly. It is an active bird, typically found flitting among flowering plants in its native habitat, feeding primarily on nectar.
