Yellow-vented Flowerpecker
NameYellow-vented Flowerpecker
Common NameYellow-vented Flowerpecker
Scientific NameDicaeum chrysorrheum
FamilyDicaeidae
Wingspan (cm)16
Length (cm)9.5
Weight (g)8.5
Plumage DetailsThe upperparts are dull olive-green, contrasting with a whitish throat and heavily streaked greyish-white breast and flanks. The most distinctive feature is the bright yellow undertail coverts (vent). It has a dark, relatively short bill and striking red irises.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations typically consist of high-pitched, thin 'tsip' or 'tsee' notes, often delivered in a rapid series.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across Southeast Asia, including parts of the Himalayas, northeastern India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei, and Indonesia (Sumatra, Borneo, Java).
Identifying FeaturesYellow undertail coverts (vent), Olive-green upperparts, Heavily streaked whitish underparts, Small size, Red eyes, Short dark bill
Description
A small, active passerine bird characterized by its olive-green upperparts and heavily streaked whitish underparts. It is easily identified by its bright yellow undertail coverts and striking red eyes. This species typically forages in the canopy for fruits and insects.
