Ashy Myzomela vs Dusky Friarbird
Myzomela cineracea compared with Philemon fuscicapillus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Ashy Myzomela | Dusky Friarbird |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Myzomela cineracea | Philemon fuscicapillus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Meliphagidae | Meliphagidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 13.8 cm (5.4 in) | 29.1 cm (11.5 in) |
| Weight | 13.899999999999999 g (0.49 oz) | 85.7 g (3.02 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Ashy Myzomela
Near Threatened
Dusky Friarbird
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.