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Javan Banded-Pitta vs Green-headed Sunbird

Hydrornis guajanus versus Cyanomitra verticalis

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Javan Banded-Pitta (Hydrornis guajanus) Javan Banded-Pitta
Green-headed Sunbird (Cyanomitra verticalis) Green-headed Sunbird

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In short

The Javan Banded-Pitta and Green-headed Sunbird are easily distinguished by their size and plumage. The pitta is a ground-dwelling bird with striking bands of color, while the sunbird is smaller, more arboreal, and has a distinctive green head.

Identification tips

Size: Javan Banded-Pitta is larger. Plumage: Look for the pitta's banded pattern versus the sunbird's green head.

Size

The Javan Banded-Pitta is significantly larger than the Green-headed Sunbird.

Plumage

The Javan Banded-Pitta features bold, colorful bands across its body, while the Green-headed Sunbird has a predominantly green head and a more uniform body coloration.

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The Javan Banded-Pitta and Green-headed Sunbird are easily distinguished by their size and plumage. The pitta is a ground-dwelling bird with striking bands of color, while the sunbird is smaller, more arboreal, and has a distinctive green head.

Size: Javan Banded-Pitta is larger. Plumage: Look for the pitta's banded pattern versus the sunbird's green head.

The Javan Banded-Pitta is significantly larger than the Green-headed Sunbird.

The Javan Banded-Pitta features bold, colorful bands across its body, while the Green-headed Sunbird has a predominantly green head and a more uniform body coloration.

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