Yellow-bellied Sunbird-Asity
NameYellow-bellied Sunbird-Asity
Common NameYellow-bellied Sunbird-Asity
Scientific NameNeodrepanis hypoxantha
FamilyPhilepittidae
Wingspan (cm)13
Length (cm)9.5
Weight (g)8.5
Plumage DetailsMales have bright yellow underparts, a black back, and a prominent iridescent blue-green wattle or eyering. The wings are dark with blue edgings. Females are duller, predominantly olive-green with a paler belly and a less prominent or absent facial wattle.
Vocalization / CallGenerally a quiet species, its vocalizations include soft, high-pitched trills or whistles, often given while foraging.
Primary Dietnectarivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusvulnerable
Geographic RangeEndemic to the humid montane rainforests of eastern Madagascar, typically found at elevations between 1,600 and 2,500 meters.
Identifying FeaturesLong, decurved bill, Bright yellow underparts (males), Iridescent blue and green facial markings (males), Small size, Found in montane forests of Madagascar
Description
The Yellow-bellied Sunbird-Asity is a small, striking bird endemic to Madagascar, characterized by its long, decurved bill. Males display vibrant yellow underparts and iridescent blue-green facial markings, while females are duller. It primarily feeds on nectar and insects in montane forests.
