Western Wattlebird
Anthochaera lunulata
EndemicStatus
UncommonRarity
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Species Description
The Western Wattlebird is the largest honeyeater native to southwestern Australia, where it plays a vital role as a pollinator in forests, woodlands, and urban parks, especially where native flowering plants like Banksia and Eucalyptus are abundant.
Fun Facts
Their calls are distinctive, often described as harsh “tok-tok” or “chock” sounds, and males may give a series of guttural notes when defending territory.
1. Streaked grey-brown plumage with no facial wattles
2. Rufous wing patch and white tail tips visible in flight
3. Red eyes and long, slender black bill
Endemic to southwestern Australia, the Western Wattlebird is found from Carnarvon to east of Esperance, and inland to the Stirling Range, Lake Grace, and Northam. It inhabits eucalyptus forests, coastal heathlands, woodlands, and is also common in urban areas with native vegetation. The species is especially active in areas with flowering Banksia and Eucalyptus, and may be seen in parks, gardens, and remt bushland.
Physical Attributes
Height
31 cm
Size Relative to Other Birds68%
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