Aethopyga ignicauda
Fire-Tailed Sunbird
BirdBest Season: Apr–Jul
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About this species
The Fire-Tailed Sunbird is a stunning high-altitude sunbird of the Himalayas — males with crimson plumage, yellow rump, and an extraordinarily long, flame-red tail. Found in rhododendron and oak forests above 2,500 metres. Chopta Valley in Uttarakhand and Singalila in West Bengal are excellent locations. Spot Fire-Tailed Sunbirds in the Himalayas. Long-tailed sunbird of alpine forests — birding guide and best Himalayan trekking routes.
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When and Where to Photograph Fire-Tailed Sunbird
The Fire-Tailed Sunbird is a stunning high-altitude sunbird of the Himalayas — males with crimson plumage, yellow rump, and an extraordinarily long, flame-red tail. Found in rhododendron and oak forests above 2,500 metres. Chopta Valley in Uttarakhand and Singalila in West Bengal are excellent locations. Spot Fire-Tailed Sunbirds in the Himalayas. Long-tailed sunbird of alpine forests — birding guide and best Himalayan trekking routes.
Plan field days around Apr–Jul: light is often strongest at dawn and dusk, when many mammals and birds are most active. Work with a naturalist who knows local movement patterns — they will position you ethically while improving your odds of a encounter in Singalila National Park.