The scarlet-headed flowerpecker is a small passerine bird found in tropical and subtropical forests in Southeast Asia. It is a member of the family Dicaeidae, the flowerpeckers. The scarlet-headed flowerpecker is a small bird, measuring only about 10 cm in length. It has a bright scarlet head and breast, with a black back and wings. The male has a distinctive song, which is a high-pitched, whistled trill.
The scarlet-headed flowerpecker is a frugivore, and its diet consists mainly of fruits and berries. It is also known to eat nectar and insects. The scarlet-headed flowerpecker is a social bird, and it is often seen in small flocks. It is a common bird in its range, and it is not considered to be threatened.