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Tawny-breasted Honeyeater

Tawny-breasted Honeyeater

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The Tawny-breasted Honeyeater is a medium-sized honeyeater recognized by its distinctive tawny-yellow breast and dark facial markings. It is widespread in New Guinea and northern Australia.
Where to spot
Found in rainforests, monsoon forests, and mangroves across New Guinea, the Aru Islands, and the Cape York Peninsula of Australia.
How to spot
Look for its distinctive tawny breast and dark eye stripe. Listen for its loud, varied, and often ringing calls, which can help pinpoint its location. Often seen in pairs.
When to spot
Active year-round. Most easily observed during daylight hours, especially when foraging in flowering trees.
File:Xanthotis flaviventer - The Birds of New Guinea.jpg
File:Xanthotis flaviventer - The Birds of New Guinea (cropped).jpg
File:Xanthotis flaviventer - The Birds of New Guinea.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Xanthotis flaviventer - The Birds of New Guinea (cropped).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This species often forages in the mid-canopy, gleaning insects from foliage and probing flowers for nectar, showcasing a versatile feeding strategy.
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