Grey-streaked Honeyeater
NameGrey-streaked Honeyeater
Common NameGrey-streaked Honeyeater
Scientific NamePtiloprora perstriata
FamilyMeliphagidae
Wingspan (cm)28
Length (cm)21
Weight (g)35
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are dark olive-brown with fine greyish-white streaks on the head and nape. Underparts are heavily streaked dark brown and white/grey, creating a scaled appearance. Features a prominent pale supercilium, a dark eye-stripe, and a distinctive greenish-yellow eye. Wings and tail are brownish.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include loud, clear, ringing whistles that often ascend or descend in pitch. It also produces various chattering and scolding notes.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the central highlands and other montane regions of New Guinea.
Identifying FeaturesHeavily streaked underparts, Pale supercilium, Greenish-yellow eye, Long, decurved black bill, Montane habitat in New Guinea
Description
This medium-sized honeyeater is characterized by its heavily streaked plumage, particularly on its underparts and head. It inhabits high-altitude montane forests of New Guinea, feeding on nectar, insects, and fruits.
