StatusNative
RarityFairly Common
Height20 cm
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"Varied Honeyeaters often form lively groups, creating a conspicuous presence in flowering mangroves and coastal trees."
Field Guide
Varied Honeyeater
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The Varied Honeyeater (*Gavicalis versicolour*) is a medium-sized bird found mainly in coastal mangrove forests and adjacent habitats across northern Australia and New Guinea. This species is well adapted to life along tropical shorelines, where its vibrant plumage and lively behaviour make it a familiar sight in mangrove environments.
Distribution Map
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