At this time of the year we see quite a lot of the Cape Sugarbirds. During the breeding and nesting season, from March to August they’re otherwise engaged, but now they’re out in number, dining at the finest Protea Repens stands, and other delectable nectar flowers. The female’s tail is shorter, and she’s generally less showy than the male who vigorously holds territorial dominance over his air space. Their flight is dainty, almost dance-like as they must accommodate the long streaming tail feathers which flow behind like hair extensions.
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So very beautiful bird and picture. 🙂
Beautiful photo. Enjoyed reading about the Cape Sugarbirds. Thanks!
Thanks for your interest….. that’s lovely to know.
What an exquisite creature he is.
Isn’t he! Gorgeous tail bunting, like soft ribbons…..
The same plants/flowers attract sunbirds to our garden every year. Haven’t seen any sugardbirds in our garden though.
Such a beautiful bird.
Yes, and quite charismatic and those long plumes!
Lovely bird, Liz, but that’s a fabulous shot!
Thanks for the compliment Sid!
Your knowledge on birds and wildlife is profound. I barely manage to keep track of what we see. I’m trying to change that. Have started making notes and buying books on birds. It’s a long way to go. 🙂