Mao vs Black-bellied Myzomela
Gymnomyza samoensis compared with Myzomela erythromelas
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Mao | Black-bellied Myzomela |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gymnomyza samoensis | Myzomela erythromelas |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Meliphagidae | Meliphagidae |
| Conservation Status | Endangered | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 27.2 cm (10.7 in) | 10.2 cm (4.0 in) |
| Weight | 106.0 g (3.74 oz) | 7.5 g (0.26 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Endangered
Mao
Least Concern
Black-bellied Myzomela
About These Birds
Black-bellied Myzomela
The Black-bellied Myzomela is a small honeyeater endemic to New Britain and nearby islands in the Bismarck Archipelago, with males displaying bright red head and breast contrasting sharply with a black belly and wings. It inhabits forest edges, secondary growth, and gardens, feeding on nectar from flowering trees and shrubs as well as small insects.