Purple-banded Sunbird

Cinnyris bifasciatus

The Purple-banded Sunbird (Cinnyris bifasciatus) is a small, strikingly colored bird found in eastern Africa. The male has a glossy green head and back, with a distinctive purple band across its chest. The female is olive-green with yellow underparts. These sunbirds are known for their acrobatic flight and their ability to feed on nectar from a variety of flowers. They also consume insects and spiders. They are often found in gardens, woodlands, and forest edges. The Purple-banded Sunbird plays an important role in pollination and is a delightful sight to birdwatchers in its natural habitat.

Habitat: Gardens, woodlands, forest edges