Fire-breasted Flowerpecker
Dicaeum ignipectus
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Dicaeidae
About
The fire-breasted flowerpecker is a species of bird in the family Dicaeidae found in the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. Like other flowerpeckers, this tiny bird feeds on fruits and plays an important role in the dispersal of fruiting plants. Unlike many other species in the genus, this species has marked sexual dimorphism with the male having contrasting upper and lower parts with a distinctive bright orange breast patch. The female is dull coloured.
Fun Fact
in) long, it is one of the smallest flowerpeckers.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Range, the species is found in high mountains above 1000 metres but in China, they may be found during winter at lower altitudes.
Diet
Feeds on fruits and plays an important role in the dispersal of fruiting plants.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance