Red Wattlebird
Anthochaera carunculata
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Species Description
The Red Wattlebird is one of Australia’s largest and most conspicuous honeyeaters, commonly seen and heard in woodlands, forests, and suburban gardens across southern Australia. Instantly recognisable by the fleshy pink wattles on its neck and it's loud, raucous calls, this species is a key pollinator of native flowering trees and shrubs, especially eucalypts and banksias.
Fun Facts
Red Wattlebirds are acrobatic feeders, often hanging upside down to reach nectar deep within flowers.
1. Pinkish-red wattles on the neck and bright red eyes
2. Bold white streaks on grey-brown plumage with a bright yellow belly patch
3. Loud, harsh cackling and “chock” calls
Red Wattlebirds are widespread across southern Australia, from southeastern Queensland to southwestern Western Australia, inhabiting eucalypt forests, woodlands, coastal heaths, parks, and gardens. They are especially common in urban areas with flowering native trees and shrubs, often dominating feeding territories and defending them vigorously from other birds.
Physical Attributes
Height
35 cm
Size Relative to Other Birds74%
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