Yellow Honeyeater
NameYellow Honeyeater
Common NameYellow Honeyeater
Scientific NameLichenostomus flavus
FamilyMeliphagidae
Wingspan (cm)22
Length (cm)16
Weight (g)20
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is predominantly olive-yellow, with the head and underparts being a brighter yellow. A prominent bright yellow patch covers the lores and ear-coverts. The back and wings are a duller olive, and it has a dark, slightly down-curved bill.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a loud, clear 'chick-up' or 'chick-a-wee' call, often repeated. It also produces various chattering and whistling notes.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, wetland, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to tropical northern Queensland, Australia, ranging from the Cape York Peninsula south to approximately Townsville.
Identifying FeaturesUniform olive-yellow plumage, Bright yellow face patch, Dark, slightly down-curved bill, Active foraging behavior
Description
The Yellow Honeyeater is a medium-sized, active bird characterized by its uniform olive-yellow plumage and a distinctive bright yellow face patch. It forages primarily for nectar and insects in the canopy and mid-story of trees.
