Spiny-cheeked Honeyeater
Spiny-cheeked Honeyeater
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The Spiny-cheeked Honeyeater is a large, conspicuous honeyeater widely distributed across mainland Australia, noted for its grey-brown plumage, pinkish bill base, and distinctive white 'spines' on its cheeks.
Where to spot
Open woodlands, mallee, scrublands, and gardens across most of mainland Australia.
How to spot
Look for its large size, streaked plumage, and the characteristic white spiny patches on its cheeks. Listen for its loud, varied, and often gurgling calls, which include mimicry of other birds.
When to spot
Active year-round. Often found at flowering trees and shrubs.
Where to spot
Open woodlands, mallee, scrublands, and gardens across most of mainland Australia.
How to spot
Look for its large size, streaked plumage, and the characteristic white spiny patches on its cheeks. Listen for its loud, varied, and often gurgling calls, which include mimicry of other birds.
When to spot
Active year-round. Often found at flowering trees and shrubs.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
These honeyeaters have a unique brush-tipped tongue that can be extended far out to gather nectar, and they also consume a significant amount of fruit and insects.
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