Temminck's Sunbird
NameTemminck's Sunbird
Common NameTemminck's Sunbird
Scientific NameAethopyga temminckii
FamilyNectariniidae
Wingspan (cm)16
Length (cm)11
Weight (g)7
Plumage DetailsMales exhibit a vibrant scarlet-red head, throat, and breast, with a metallic green forehead and malar stripe. The back is olive-green, and the belly is greyish-white. The tail is dark with red outer feathers. Females are generally duller, predominantly olive-green above and yellowish below.
Vocalization / CallA series of high-pitched, rapid, metallic chirps or trills, often delivered while foraging.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, and Borneo.
Identifying FeaturesBrilliant scarlet-red head and breast (male), Olive-green back, Greyish-white belly, Long, slender, decurved black bill, Small size
Description
This small, active sunbird is known for the male's striking scarlet-red plumage on its head and breast, contrasting with an olive back and grey belly. It uses its long, decurved bill to feed primarily on nectar, often found flitting through the forest canopy.
