Macleay's Honeyeater
NameMacleay's Honeyeater
Common NameMacleay's Honeyeater
Scientific NameXanthotis macleayanus
FamilyMeliphagidae
Wingspan (cm)22
Length (cm)16
Weight (g)17.5
Plumage DetailsThis honeyeater has a distinctive dark brown to black cap and nape, contrasting with a prominent yellow patch behind the eye, which is bordered by a dark line. Its upperparts are olive-brown, while the underparts are pale yellowish-white with distinct dark brown streaking on the breast and flanks. The bill is dark and slightly downcurved, and its legs are pale blue-grey.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a series of sharp, clear, and often repeated 'chip-chip-chip' or 'chwit-chwit' notes. It may also produce a more complex, chattering song.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Wet Tropics region of northeastern Queensland, Australia, ranging from Cooktown south to Paluma.
Identifying FeaturesDark brown to black cap, Prominent yellow patch behind eye, Streaked yellowish-white underparts, Pale blue-grey legs, Slightly downcurved dark bill
Description
The Macleay's Honeyeater is a small to medium-sized bird endemic to the rainforests of northeastern Queensland, Australia. It is an active species, typically foraging for nectar and insects in the canopy and mid-story of its dense forest habitat.
