10 rare purple colour birds

Purple coloured birds

Purple is one of the rarest plumage colours in the world of birds. And so, here we list some unique and rare birds that are purple in colour:

Purple Martins

Purple Martins are North America's largest swallows, known for their glossy, dark purple plumage. Their cheerful chirps and graceful aerial insect hunting make them a favourite among bird watchers.

Purple Grenadier

The purple grenadier (Granatina Ianthinogaster) is found in eastern Africa. Males are striking with reddish-purple bodies, while females have more subdued brown and plumage.

Violet Sabrewing

The violet sabrewing is a striking hummingbird native to Central America. Named for their broad, sabre-shaped wings, these birds are often seen flitting through tropical forests, feeding on nectar with speed and grace.

Purple-Breasted Cotinga

The purple-breasted cotinga is a vibrant bird found in the Amazon rainforest. This bird is particularly striking because of its deep purple belly and breasts, which contrast with its bright blue head and back.

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​Purple Honeycreeper

The purple Honeycreeper (Cynaerpes Caeruleus) lives in the forest canopies as well as in the cocoa and citrus plantations of northern South America. Males are primarily bluish violet, with black accents on the wings, chins, throats, and bellies. The feathers of females are mainly lime green and yellowish, giving them a different appearance.

​​Violet Backed starling

The violet-backed starling, which is found in tropical sub-Saharan Africa, features metallic purple heads and crowns in males, contrasting with white underparts.

Purple-crowned fairywren

The purple-crowned fairywren is a small, delicate bird native to northern Australia. Breeding males have a bright purple crown with a distinct black eye line and collar.

Gouldian finch

The Gouldian Finch, also known as the Lady Gouldian Finch or the Rainbow Finch," is a stunning bird that is indigenous to Australia and well-known for its vibrant color display. Even though it's not completely purple, its striking purple chest makes it stand out and deserves a place on any list of purple birds.

Varied Bunting

The varied bunting is a small, eye-catching songbird that is well-known for its lovely melodies and rich coloring. Adult males shine with a dazzling array of deep purples, reds, and blue undertones during the breeding season, giving them a jewel-like appearance.

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