Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker

Dicaeum retrocinctum

The Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker is a small, colorful bird found in Southeast Asia. It is known for its vibrant scarlet back and contrasting black and white plumage. This species is often found in forested areas, gardens, and wooded habitats, where it feeds on nectar, fruits, and insects. The male has a striking scarlet back, while the female has a more subdued olive-green back. These birds are known for their agile and acrobatic flight as they move between flowers and foliage. The Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker is not currently considered to be at risk, and its populations are relatively stable.

Habitat: Forested areas, gardens, wooded habitats