This spiderhunter stands out for its long, down-curved bill, olive plumage, and streaked belly. It feeds among forest canopies on nectar and other foods.
The bill is long and curves down at the tip. The plumage is olive-toned, with streaks across the belly.
It reaches into tubular flowers for nectar in the canopy and also eats small invertebrates.
An extinction-risk assessment has not been added yet.