Brown-backed Honeyeater
Ramsayornis modestus
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Meliphagidae
About
The brown-backed honeyeater is a species of bird in the family Meliphagidae. It is found in New Guinea and Cape York Peninsula in Queensland, Australia. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical mangrove forests.
Fun Fact
The Brown-backed honeyeater is small in size, measuring around 11–12cm in length with a weight of 11–14 g.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in a wide variety of tropical or subtropical habitats near water in coastal areas, including open grassy woodlands, swamps, rainforests, mangroves, and gardens.
Diet
Feeds on small insects found in foliage and in flight, and nectar when available.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance