Mountain Honeyeater
NameMountain Honeyeater
Common NameMountain Honeyeater
Scientific NameMicroptilotis orientalis
FamilyMeliphagidae
Wingspan (cm)27.5
Length (cm)18.5
Weight (g)25
Plumage DetailsThis species has olive-green upperparts and paler yellowish-olive underparts. A prominent bright yellow patch is present on the ear coverts, often bordered by a darker line. It has a dark, slender, and slightly decurved bill, and a pale eye-ring.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a series of clear, ringing, or whistling notes, often delivered in a varied sequence. It may also produce chattering calls.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the montane regions of New Guinea, found in both Papua New Guinea and Indonesian Papua, typically at elevations between 1,200 and 3,000 meters.
Identifying FeaturesOlive-green plumage, Bright yellow ear patch, Slender, decurved bill, Pale eye-ring, Found in montane forests of New Guinea
Description
The Mountain Honeyeater is a small to medium-sized bird endemic to the montane forests of New Guinea. It is typically seen foraging for nectar and insects among the canopy and understory vegetation. Its olive-green plumage provides good camouflage within its dense forest habitat.
