Tboli Sunbird
NameTboli Sunbird
Common NameOlive-backed Sunbird
Scientific NameCinnyris jugularis
FamilyNectariniidae
Wingspan (cm)14.5
Length (cm)11
Weight (g)9
Plumage DetailsMales have an iridescent dark blue-green to black head and throat, bright yellow underparts, and an olive-green back and wings. Females are similar but lack the iridescent throat, having a duller olive-yellow throat and breast.
Vocalization / CallA rapid, high-pitched 'tsee-tsee-tsee' or 'chip-chip-chip' song, often with a trill, and various sharp call notes.
Primary Dietnectarivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban, coastal
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across Southeast Asia, including the Indian subcontinent, Indochina, Malay Peninsula, Indonesia, Philippines, and northern Australia. The Tboli subspecies (*Cinnyris jugularis tboli*) is endemic to Mindanao, Philippines.
Identifying FeaturesLong, decurved bill, Iridescent dark head and throat (males), Bright yellow underparts, Olive-green back
Description
This small, active sunbird is characterized by its long, decurved bill, perfectly adapted for feeding on nectar. Males display vibrant iridescent plumage on their head and throat, contrasting with bright yellow underparts. They are often found flitting among flowers in various tropical habitats.
