Green-headed Sunbird

Trochocercus nitens

The Green-headed Sunbird (Trochocercus nitens) is a small, strikingly colored bird found in the forests and woodlands of eastern Africa. The male has a brilliant green head, contrasting with a metallic blue throat and upper breast, while the female is olive-green with a yellow belly. These sunbirds are known for their acrobatic flight and their preference for nectar, which they obtain from a variety of flowering plants. They also feed on insects and spiders. The species is known for its melodious and varied song, often heard in the forest canopy. Green-headed Sunbirds are important pollinators and play a vital role in maintaining the ecological balance of their habitats.

Habitat: Forests and woodlands of eastern Africa