Myzomela sanguinolenta
(Scarlet honeyeater)
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FAMILY |
Meliphagidae |
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Species |
Myzomela sanguinolenta |
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Common name |
Scarlet honeyeater |
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Main colour |
Red for male, olive brown for female |
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Distinctive feature |
Male with scarlet head, breast and rump; size 10-11 cm |
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Campus |
Townsville |
Description
This bird may be observed in woodland areas. The male has a distinctive scarlet head, breast and rump this is in contrast to the black wing feathers which are white tipped; abdomen is pale brown. The female is olive-brown in colour paler on the abdomen; throat and chin often have a reddish tinge. Legs and feet brown, eyes dark brown, bill black.
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