Scaly-breasted Honeyeater vs Ashy Myzomela
Lichmera squamata compared with Myzomela cineracea
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Scaly-breasted Honeyeater | Ashy Myzomela |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lichmera squamata | Myzomela cineracea |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Meliphagidae | Meliphagidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 13.7 cm (5.4 in) | 13.8 cm (5.4 in) |
| Weight | 14.0 g (0.49 oz) | 13.899999999999999 g (0.49 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Scaly-breasted Honeyeater
Least Concern
Ashy Myzomela
About These Birds
Ashy Myzomela
The Ashy Myzomela is a small honeyeater found on islands of the Bismarck Archipelago in Papua New Guinea. Weighing about 14g with a wingspan near 13.8cm, it is largely grey in plumage and uses its curved bill to feed on nectar and small insects. It inhabits forest edges and secondary growth.