Príncipe Sunbird
NamePríncipe Sunbird
Common NamePríncipe Sunbird
Scientific NameAnabathmis hartlaubii
FamilyNectariniidae
Wingspan (cm)19
Length (cm)13.5
Weight (g)10
Plumage DetailsMales have olive-brown upperparts and head, with a striking iridescent purplish-blue throat and upper breast. The rest of the underparts are yellowish. Females are similar but lack the iridescent throat patch, appearing duller overall. Both sexes have a long, slender, decurved black bill.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a rapid, high-pitched 'tsip-tsip-tsip' call and a more complex, varied song often delivered from a prominent perch.
Primary Dietnectarivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is endemic to Príncipe Island, one of the two main islands of São Tomé and Príncipe in the Gulf of Guinea, West Africa.
Identifying FeaturesLong, decurved black bill, Iridescent purplish-blue throat (male), Olive-brown upperparts, Yellowish underparts, Endemic to Príncipe Island
Description
The Príncipe Sunbird is a small, active passerine endemic to Príncipe Island. It is characterized by its long, decurved bill and the male's iridescent purplish-blue throat patch. This species is often seen foraging for nectar and insects in various wooded habitats.
