Palestine Sunbird (Cinnyris osea)

The Palestine Sunbird (Cinnyris osea) is a small, colorful bird found in the Middle East, including Palestine. Characterized by iridescent green and purple plumage, the males display a dark line across the chest. Often seen in gardens and scrublands, these agile birds feed on nectar from flowers using their long, curved bills and supplement their diet with small insects. Their acrobatic flight and elaborate courtship displays during breeding season add to their charm. Nests are built in shrubs or trees, and the species is distributed across regions like Lebanon, Jordan, and Palestine. While generally stable, localized threats may impact their populations.