Mimic Honeyeater
NameMimic Honeyeater
Common NameMimic Honeyeater
Scientific NameMicroptilotis analogus
FamilyMeliphagidae
Wingspan (cm)26
Length (cm)18
Weight (g)22.5
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are olive-brown, becoming paler olive-grey on the underparts. A prominent bright yellow patch is present on the ear coverts. The bill is dark, often with a yellow or pale base to the lower mandible.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of musical whistles, chattering notes, and harsh calls.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in New Guinea and some adjacent islands, including the Aru Islands and parts of the Bismarck Archipelago.
Identifying Featuresyellow ear patch, olive-brown plumage, slender, decurved bill, medium size
Description
A medium-sized honeyeater with olive-brown plumage and a distinctive yellow patch on its ear coverts. It is an active bird, foraging in the canopy and understory for nectar and insects.
