Collared Sunbird
Hedydipna (Anthreptes) collaris
Hedydipna (Anthreptes) collaris
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Collared Sunbird Hedydipna (Anthreptes) collaris |
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The collared sunbird has a green head, throat and upper breast which is bordered below with an iridescent purple band. It is found in moist habitat including bush, forest edge, cultivation and along the coast. The left upper male and right 4th row female (Arusha, 7-10), are courtesy of Paul van Maaren. The 4th row females we seen in Maji ya Chai (6-20), courtesy of Christie Reeves. The left 5th row female (Udzungwa Mountains, 7-07) is courtesy of Dr. Louis A. Hansen. The other photos were taken in Olasiti and Pembe Abwe. Click the photo above to see 12 enlargements including a nest and nest-building. |
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