Red-capped Flowerpecker
A species of Typical Flowerpeckers Scientific name : Dicaeum geelvinkianum Genus : Typical Flowerpeckers
Red-capped Flowerpecker, A species of Typical Flowerpeckers
Botanical name: Dicaeum geelvinkianum
Genus: Typical Flowerpeckers
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Description General Info
Photo By Nigel Voaden 
Description
The red-capped flowerpecker (Dicaeum geelvinkianum) is a small passerine bird endemic to, and widespread within, New Guinea and adjacent islands. It has recently been split from the olive-crowned flowerpecker Dicaeum pectorale. 
Size
9 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Red-capped Flowerpecker primarily consumes small fruits like mistletoe, along with insects and spiders. Feeding techniques involve foraging amongst foliage. Unique to red-capped Flowerpecker is a preference for mistletoe berries, aided by specialized foraging adaptations.
Habitat
The red-capped Flowerpecker is primarily indigenous to forested environments ranging from lowland woods to dense mountain forests, seeking the canopy and edges, especially near fertile trees. Habitually dwelling in both primary and secondary growths, it thrives equally within mangrove swamps, lush savannas, agricultural plantations, and cultivated gardens. This species is typically observed from sea level ascending to elevations of 1500 meters, with some populations residing even higher, up to 2350 meters.
Dite type
Frugivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Fruit
Photo By Nigel Voaden 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Flowerpeckers Genus
Typical Flowerpeckers Species
Red-capped Flowerpecker 
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