Vigors's Sunbird
NameVigors's Sunbird
Common NameVigors's Sunbird
Scientific NameAethopyga vigorsii
FamilyNectariniidae
Wingspan (cm)15
Length (cm)10.5
Weight (g)7.5
Plumage DetailsMales display a vibrant crimson red throat and breast, a metallic purplish-blue crown, and an olive-green back, with a greyish-white belly. Females are duller, with olive-green upperparts and yellowish-green underparts.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations typically consist of high-pitched, rapid, and often metallic-sounding calls, often described as a series of 'tsee-tsee-tsee' or 'chip-chip-chip' notes.
Primary Dietnectarivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Western Ghats mountain range in southwestern India, inhabiting moist deciduous and evergreen forests.
Identifying FeaturesMale's vibrant crimson red throat and breast, Metallic purplish-blue crown, Long, decurved bill, Small size
Description
This small, brightly colored sunbird is characterized by the male's striking crimson red throat and breast, contrasting with a metallic purplish-blue crown. It primarily feeds on nectar from flowers, using its long, decurved bill, and also supplements its diet with small insects.
