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Purple-gaped Honeyeater in its natural habitat
Uncommon rarity

Purple-gaped Honeyeater

Lichenostomus cratitius

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StatusEndemic
RarityUncommon
Height18 cm
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"Despite their quiet appearance, they can be surprisingly bold, chasing away other birds from food sources."

Field Guide

Purple-gaped Honeyeater

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The Purple-gaped Honeyeater is a small, quietly coloured honeyeater found in southern Australia’s mallee woodlands and heathlands. While its appearance is subtle, a closer look reveals a unique purple gape and intricate facial markings that set it apart from similar species.

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