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Rufous-sided honeyeater
Species of bird From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The rufous-sided honeyeater (Ptiloprora erythropleura) is a species of bird in the family Meliphagidae. It is endemic to West Papua, Indonesia. There are currently 2 recognized subspecies.[2]
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Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.
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Description
Rufous-sided honeyeaters generally weigh from 18-25 grams. Their head and necks are a greyish color, while under the wings is a more chestnut-brown color. Not much is known about juvenile coloring.[2]
Diet and behavior
The birds are omnivorous, eating insects, nectar, and fruit. They will forage from all levels of vegetation, but mostly the middle and upper levels.[2]
Often the birds are seen in pairs, or in small groups.[2]
Their sound is made of rapid "plaintive whistled 'chwee' notes", although this varies by location.[2]
References
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