Purple-rumped Sunbird

Leptocoma zeylonica

The Purple-rumped Sunbird is a small, colorful bird found in South Asia. The male has a glossy, metallic green head and back, with a distinctive purple patch on its rump. The female is olive above and yellowish below. This sunbird is known for its long, curved bill, which it uses to feed on nectar from flowers. It also consumes insects and spiders. It is often found in gardens, open woodlands, and urban areas. The Purple-rumped Sunbird is known for its acrobatic flight and melodious calls.

Habitat: Gardens, open woodlands, urban areas