Anchieta's Sunbird

Anchieta's sunbird is a small bird, about 10–12 cm (3.9–4.7 in) long and weighing around 8 grams (0.28 oz). The male has dark iridescent blue on the forehead, crown, chin, and upper breast. Its wings and tail are brown. The side of the breast is bright yellow, and the central breast to the upper belly is bright orangey-red. The rest of the underparts are greyish-brown, while the bill and legs are black. The female is similar but has only blue on the forehead. Her chin and throat are brown with blue tips, and her breast is a dull yellow. Voice: Anchieta's sunbirds are vocal birds that utter complex calls and songs, which are essential in their communication. They make calls such as "tseu-werr", "tsoo-wit", "tser-wit-tsui-tsi", "chip-choo-chip". These may be repeated from one to 40 times. They also make simple calls: "twi-tsui-tsi-twi" or ascending notes like "tzer-chip-chip-chip" up to 20 repetitions.