White-eared Myza
NameWhite-eared Myza
Common NameWhite-eared Myza
Scientific NameMyza sarasinorum
FamilyMeliphagidae
Wingspan (cm)32.5
Length (cm)20.5
Weight (g)22.5
Plumage DetailsOverall dark brown to blackish plumage, often appearing somewhat scaly or streaked on the underparts. The most prominent feature is a crescent-shaped white patch of feathers located behind and below the eye. It has a long, slender, decurved black bill and dark legs.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of high-pitched, thin, reedy whistles and trills, often delivered rapidly and sometimes described as a 'tseet-tseet-tseet' or 'swee-swee-swee'.
Primary Dietnectarivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia, primarily inhabiting the montane and submontane forests of the central and northern parts of the island.
Identifying Featuresprominent white crescent behind eye, dark brown plumage, long, decurved bill, endemic to Sulawesi montane forests
Description
The White-eared Myza is a medium-sized honeyeater endemic to Sulawesi, Indonesia. It is characterized by its dark brown plumage, a distinctive white crescent behind the eye, and a long, decurved bill, which it primarily uses to feed on nectar.
