The Eastern Spinebill is a small, agile honeyeater easily identified by its long, slender, downcurved bill and striking chestnut and white throat markings. It is a common visitor to gardens.
Where to spot
Eucalypt forests, woodlands, heaths, and gardens along the eastern coast of Australia.
How to spot
Watch for its rapid, darting flight as it moves between flowers, often hovering. Its long bill and distinctive calls are good identifiers. Can be quite tame in gardens.
When to spot
Active year-round, particularly conspicuous when flowering plants are abundant. Best observed during early morning or late afternoon.
Where to spot
Eucalypt forests, woodlands, heaths, and gardens along the eastern coast of Australia.
How to spot
Watch for its rapid, darting flight as it moves between flowers, often hovering. Its long bill and distinctive calls are good identifiers. Can be quite tame in gardens.
When to spot
Active year-round, particularly conspicuous when flowering plants are abundant. Best observed during early morning or late afternoon.
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Its remarkably long bill is perfectly adapted for extracting nectar from deep-throated flowers, such as fuchsias and grevilleas, making it a key pollinator.
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