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Seychelles Sunbird

Cinnyris dussumieri

Description:

The plumage is dull grey. The male exhibits an iridescent violet-green sheen on its head and throat, brown underparts and yellow or orange tufts under its wings, which are more noticeable in flight. The long slender bill is downcurved. The legs are black. The female is an altogether duller-looking bird with pale grey underparts, and lacks the yellow pectoral tufts.

Habitat:

Small island.

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Mel11
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Mel11

Bird, La Digue, Seychelles

Spotted on May 5, 2015
Submitted on Apr 24, 2021

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