Description

The crimson-breasted flowerpecker (Prionochilus percussus) is a small, stout bird in the family Dicaeidae, measuring 8 to 10 cm in length. Males are distinguished by yellow underparts with a red streak on the breast, a red crown, and a pale moustachial stripe on a dark cheek. Females are primarily greenish with some yellow on the breast. This species is found in Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, and Thailand, where it inhabits subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and mangrove forests. It is known for being loud and aggressive in its behavior. The species is currently considered to be of least concern, with a global range covering over one million square kilometers. Three subspecies are recognized.