Bar-breasted Honeyeater
Ramsayornis fasciatus
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The Bar-breasted Honeyeater is a small honeyeater of the family Meliphagidae found in mangroves, paperbark swamps, and coastal scrub in northern Australia. Weighing about 12.8g with a wingspan of 14.1cm, it has boldly streaked and barred underparts. It feeds on nectar, insects, and small invertebrates in wetland vegetation.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.1 cm | 5.6 in |
| Weight | 12.75 g | 0.45 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: DM.
Clutch Size
1-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Meliphagidae (Honeyeaters) |
| Genus | Ramsayornis |
| Species | Ramsayornis fasciatus |
Distribution
Bar-breasted Honeyeater has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Meliphagidae family