Crimson Sunbird
About the Crimson Sunbird in Singapore
Last updated 29 May 2026
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The Crimson Sunbird (Aethopyga siparaja) is a stunning, tiny resident bird found in Singapore's forests, park connectors, and mature gardens. It is widely celebrated as the unofficial national bird of Singapore!
Identifying features
Check out some identifying features of the Crimson Sunbird!
The male Crimson Sunbird features a brilliant, deep crimson-red chest, throat, and back, alongside a dark blue crown and tail. Females are a very plain, inconspicuous olive-green all over, and are considered the dullest of all female sunbirds.
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Habitat and ecology
They are highly active nectar feeders, darting quickly between flowering shrubs like heliconias and hibiscus. They have a sharp, high-pitched "tseep" call that they use constantly while foraging, which is noticeably higher-pitched compared to the calls of other local sunbirds.
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Learn more about the Crimson Sunbird!
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