Yellow-faced Honeyeater
NameYellow-faced Honeyeater
Common NameYellow-faced Honeyeater
Scientific NameCaligavis chrysops
FamilyMeliphagidae
Wingspan (cm)22.5
Length (cm)16.5
Weight (g)20
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are olive-brown, contrasting with paler greyish-brown underparts. The most prominent feature is a bright yellow stripe extending from the gape to behind the eye, framed by thin black lines. Wings and tail are olive-brown with yellowish-green edges to the flight feathers.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its distinctive, often repeated 'chick-up' or 'chick-weep' call, which can also be described as a sharp, clear 'tew-tew-tew' or 'chick-a-wee'. They also produce various chattering and whistling notes.
Primary Dietnectarivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban, coastal, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to eastern and southeastern Australia, its range extends from northern Queensland, through New South Wales and Victoria, to southeastern South Australia. Some populations undertake seasonal migrations.
Identifying FeaturesBright yellow facial stripe bordered by black, Olive-brown upperparts, Paler underparts, Distinctive 'chick-up' call
Description
The Yellow-faced Honeyeater is a medium-sized bird characterized by a distinctive bright yellow stripe on its face, bordered by black. It is an active species, often found foraging for nectar and insects in eucalypt forests and woodlands.
