Brown-backed Honeyeater
Ramsayornis modestus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="ramsayornis-modestus"></birdfyi-bird>The Brown-backed Honeyeater (Ramsayornis modestus) is a bird species in the family Meliphagidae (honeyeaters), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 13.2 cm and a weight of 11.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.2 cm | 5.2 in |
| Weight | 11.35 g | 0.40 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 14-16 days. Fledging: 12-17 days.
Clutch Size
1-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Meliphagidae (Honeyeaters) |
| Genus | Ramsayornis |
| Species | Ramsayornis modestus |
Distribution
Brown-backed Honeyeater has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Meliphagidae family