White-naped Honeyeater in its natural habitat
Common rarity

White-naped Honeyeater

Melithreptus lunatus

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StatusEndemic
RarityCommon
Height14 cm
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"During migration, they follow ancient migration routes along the Great Dividing range where thousands may pass over a single point in a day, creating a spectacular sight."

Field Guide

White-naped Honeyeater

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The White-naped Honeyeater (*Melithreptus lunatus*) is a small, energetic bird native to eastern and southeastern Australia. It is best known for its bold black cap, bright orange-red patch of bare skin above each eye, and a distinctive white crescent band. This species is a regular sight in eucalypt forests and woodlands, where it forages high in the canopy and is often heard before it is seen.

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