Rufous-backed Honeyeater
NameRufous-backed Honeyeater
Common NameRufous-backed Honeyeater
Scientific NamePtiloprora guisei
FamilyMeliphagidae
Wingspan (cm)30
Length (cm)21
Weight (g)35
Plumage DetailsThe plumage features a rufous-brown back, dark brown wings and tail, and a dark brown head with fine streaking. The underparts are heavily streaked with dark brown and white or pale buff, creating a mottled effect. It has a noticeable pale (whitish or yellowish) eye and a long, slender, decurved black bill.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of loud, clear whistles or piping notes, often interspersed with harsher or chattering calls.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the montane regions of New Guinea, inhabiting high-altitude forests.
Identifying FeaturesRufous-brown back, Heavily streaked underparts, Pale eye, Long, decurved black bill, Montane forest habitat
Description
The Rufous-backed Honeyeater is a medium-sized bird characterized by its rufous-brown back and heavily streaked underparts. It possesses a distinctive long, slender, decurved bill and a pale eye. This species typically forages in the understory and mid-story of montane forests.
