Fire-throated Flowerpecker
Dicaeum luzoniense
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Dicaeidae
About
The fire-throated flowerpecker is a species of bird in the flowerpecker family Dicaeidae that is found in the Philippines except on the islands of Mindoro, the Palawan group and the Sulu Archipelago. It was formerly considered to be a subspecies of the fire-breasted flowerpecker.
Fun Fact
It was only known from its holotype collected in 1896 at just 100 meters above sea level which has been the only true lowland record of this species.
Quick Facts
Habitat
To be updated
Diet
Diet of small fruits, insects, nectar especially from mistletoes.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance