The Olive Honeyeater is a small, drab honeyeater with olive-green plumage, often blending seamlessly with foliage. It is known for its active foraging behavior in the forests of New Guinea.
Where to spot
Found in a variety of habitats, including lowland rainforests, forest edges, and secondary growth across New Guinea and some nearby islands.
How to spot
Look for its quick, darting movements as it forages among leaves and flowers. Its calls are typically soft and difficult to distinguish, so visual identification is important.
When to spot
Active year-round, primarily during daylight hours. Its movements are generally consistent throughout the day.
Where to spot
Found in a variety of habitats, including lowland rainforests, forest edges, and secondary growth across New Guinea and some nearby islands.
How to spot
Look for its quick, darting movements as it forages among leaves and flowers. Its calls are typically soft and difficult to distinguish, so visual identification is important.
When to spot
Active year-round, primarily during daylight hours. Its movements are generally consistent throughout the day.
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Despite its plain appearance, it is a very active feeder, often seen darting rapidly between flowers and foliage to collect nectar and small insects, rarely staying still for long.
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