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Black-breasted Myzomela

Myzomela vulnerata

Least Concern
Wingspan
11.2 cm
Weight
6.9 g
Family
Meliphagidae
Order
Passeriformes

About

The Black-breasted Myzomela is a small honeyeater restricted to Timor and Wetar in the Lesser Sunda Islands, with males displaying a bright red head and throat set against black wings and a black breast. It inhabits forest edges, woodland, and scrub, feeding on nectar and small insects. Its limited island range and dependence on flowering trees make it potentially vulnerable to habitat change.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 11.2 cm 4.4 in
Weight 6.9 g 0.24 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Family Meliphagidae (Honeyeaters)
Genus Myzomela
Species Myzomela vulnerata

Distribution

Black-breasted Myzomela has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Black-breasted Myzomela endangered?
The Black-breasted Myzomela has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Black-breasted Myzomela?
The Black-breasted Myzomela has a wingspan of 11.2 cm, weight of 6.9 g.
What order and family does the Black-breasted Myzomela belong to?
The Black-breasted Myzomela (Myzomela vulnerata) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Meliphagidae.

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