Anthochaera lunulata
Not Evaluated
The Western Wattlebird, despite its name, lacks the distinctive wattles of its relatives, presenting a more subdued elegance with its dark brown-grey plumage and silvery cheek stripes. This agile honeyeater graces the woodlands and urban gardens of southwestern Australia, where its complex melodies and striking white-streaked appearance enchant onlookers. As a master of nectar foraging, this bird's dance among the flowers is a common and delightful sight, making it a cherished part of the region's natural tapestry.
Males and females have similar plumage
Dark Brown
Grey, White, Brown
Brown
Curved
Black
Grey
Yellow wattles on cheeks, streaked underparts
Long and rounded
27cm to 33cm
Length
39cm to 42cm
Wingspan
45g to 83g
Weight
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Harsh, raspy calls
A variety of calls including harsh chatters and melodious whistles
Abrupt, loud alarm calls
Active during the day, foraging in shrubs and trees
Solitary or in small groups, territorial during breeding season
Aggressively defends feeding territories
Non-migratory, but may move locally in search of food
Competes with other nectar-feeding birds
Nectar, Insects
Forages in foliage, often hangs upside down to feed
Dawn and dusk
Gleaning from foliage
Seasonal variation depending on flower availability
Dependent on nectar-producing plants
In dense shrubs or trees
Shallow cup made of twigs and bark, bound with spider web
August to December
Oval, pale pink with reddish-brown spots
2cm x 3cm
1 egg
14-20 days
14-21 days
Both parents feed the young
Southwestern Australia
Woodlands, heathlands, and urban gardens
Up to 300 meters
Non-migratory, but may move locally in search of food
Temperate Forests, Shrubland
Temperate
Please note, this range and distribution map is a high-level overview, and doesn't break down into specific regions and areas of the countries.