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Belford's Melidectes

Belford's Melidectes

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Belford's Melidectes is a large, robust honeyeater found in the high-altitude montane forests of New Guinea. It is a common and vocal species in its preferred habitat.
Where to spot
Montane rainforests and forest edges at high elevations in New Guinea.
How to spot
Listen for its loud, ringing calls that carry through the mountain forests. Look for its large size and active foraging in the canopy. Subtle yellow markings around the eye can be observed.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, often quite vocal, especially in the mornings.
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File:Belford's Melidectes. Melidectes belfordi (48754313373).jpg
File:Belford's Melidectes. Melidectes belfordi (48754632766).jpg
File:Belford's Melidectes. Melidectes belfordi (48754312758).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Belford's Melidectes. Melidectes belfordi (48754313373).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Belford's Melidectes. Melidectes belfordi (48754632766).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This species often feeds on a mixture of nectar, fruit, and insects, demonstrating a flexible diet crucial for survival in diverse montane environments.
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