Tukangbesi Sunbird
NameTukangbesi Sunbird
Common NameTukangbesi Sunbird
Scientific NameCinnyris infrenatus
FamilyNectariniidae
Wingspan (cm)16
Length (cm)10.75
Weight (g)9.3
Plumage DetailsMales have a metallic iridescent blue-green crown, nape, throat, and upper breast. The back and wings are dark olive-brown, while the underparts from the lower breast to the undertail coverts are bright yellow. Females are duller, lacking the iridescent plumage, with olive-green upperparts and yellow underparts.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations typically consist of high-pitched, rapid, and often metallic-sounding calls and songs, frequently described as a series of 'tseet-tseet-tseet' or 'chip-chip-chip' notes, sometimes with trills.
Primary Dietnectarivore
Primary Habitatsforest, coastal, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Tukangbesi Islands (Wakatobi Islands) off the southeastern coast of Sulawesi, Indonesia.
Identifying FeaturesSmall size, Long, decurved black bill, Bright yellow belly, Iridescent blue-green head and throat (male), Dark olive-brown back
Description
The Tukangbesi Sunbird is a small, active passerine bird characterized by its long, decurved bill. Males display striking iridescent blue-green plumage on the head and throat, contrasting with a bright yellow belly. They are typically found foraging for nectar and small insects in various wooded habitats.
