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Amethyst Sunbird

Chalcomitra amethystina

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Field Notes

Description:

Appears all black, but in sunlight male has greenish sheen on forehead and metallic purple throat.

Habitat:

Forest edges, suburban gardens.

Notes:

Second time visitor to our garden.

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PublishedJuly 24, 2014

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