A mother sunbird is feeding insects to her little chicks. She will nurture her babies until they learn to fly, at which point they will leave the nest. Belonging to the Nectariniidae family, these birds are adept at hovering near flowers, much like hummingbirds, to sip nectar using their long, curved beaks. Apart from nectar, sunbirds also feed on insects, contributing to pollination and pest control. They are commonly found in tropical regions across Africa, Asia, and Australia. In Bangladesh, several species of sunbirds are seen inhabiting forests, gardens, and areas dense with shrubs and trees. Sunbirds are renowned for their skilful nest-building, constructing intricate oval-shaped nests hanging from branches. Their agility, beauty, and role in the ecosystem make them fascinating creatures to observe! This photo was taken recently near Shaheed Sheikh Abu Naser Specialised Hospital in Khulna's Khalishpur.
 

Photo: Habibur Rahman