Dicaeum anthonyi
The Yellow-crowned Flowerpecker (Dicaeum anthonyi) is a striking, diminutive passerine endemic to the Philippines, belonging to the Dicaeidae family, which includes some of the smallest and most vibrant songbirds. Measuring approximately 9-10 cm in length and weighing around 7-9 grams, this species is characterized by its iridescent dark plumage, often appearing blue-black, contrasted vividly by a bright yellow patch on its crown, which serves as its most distinguishing field mark. Males typi...
Found primarily in primary and secondary montane and submontane forests, as well as forest edges and sometimes in degraded woodlands. It typically inhabits elevations ranging from 500 to 2,000 meters above sea level.
Primarily frugivorous, specializing in berries and small fruits, particularly mistletoe berries, supplemented by nectar and small insects for protein.
Yellow-crowned Flowerpeckers are generally diurnal, active throughout the day foraging high in the canopy, often alone or in pairs, though they may join mixed-species feeding flocks. Their foraging strategy involves quick, agile movements through foliage, gleaning fruits and nectar, and expertly ...
The Yellow-crowned Flowerpecker is endemic to the Philippines, with its distribution primarily concentrated on the islands of Luzon, Samar, Leyte, Mindanao, and Basilan. Its breeding range encompasses these major islands, where it is a resident year-round, showing no migratory patterns. Subspecie...
Least Concern
- The Yellow-crowned Flowerpecker plays a crucial ecological role as a primary disperser of mistletoe seeds, vital for forest regeneration. - Despite its small size, it is incredibly agile, able to hover briefly while extracting nectar or fruit from flowers and branches. - Its distinctive yellow ...