Sumatran Flowerpecker
NameSumatran Flowerpecker
Common NameSumatran flowerpecker
Scientific NameDicaeum dayakorum
FamilyDicaeidae
Wingspan (cm)11
Length (cm)8.5
Weight (g)6.5
Plumage DetailsMales have glossy dark blue-black plumage on the head, back, wings, and tail. The throat is also dark, contrasting sharply with the bright yellow underparts, which may have an orange wash on the breast. Females are generally duller with olive-green upperparts and yellowish underparts.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations typically consist of high-pitched, thin, and often rapid 'tsit-tsit' or 'swee-swee' notes.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the island of Sumatra, Indonesia, where it inhabits various forest types.
Identifying Featuressmall size, short tail, stout bill, dark upperparts and bright yellow underparts (male), active foraging in forest canopy
Description
A small, active passerine bird, the Sumatran Flowerpecker is characterized by its compact body and short tail. Males display striking dark upperparts contrasting with bright yellow underparts, while females are duller.
