Phylidonyris niger
The White-cheeked Honeyeater is a striking small bird with bold black and white plumage. Its back, wings, and tail are predominantly black, contrasting sharply with white cheeks and underparts. A distinctive yellow panel on the wing and yellow edges on the tail feathers add vibrant accents.
Both sexes look similar, with juveniles appearing duller and browner than adults. The bird's slender, curved bill is well-adapted for nectar feeding, while its strong legs support its active foraging behaviour.
Length
16cm to 20cm
Wingspan
20cm to 25cm
Weight
13g to 25g
Males and females have similar plumage
Primary Colour
Black White Yellow
Secondary Colour
Grey
Beak Colour
Black
Leg Colour
Black
Woodland
Garden
Wetland
Coastal
Urban
Farmland
Grassland
Desert
Tundra
Rainforest
Mountain
Savanna
White-cheeked Honeyeaters are found along the eastern and southern coasts of Australia, from northern Queensland to South Australia, including Tasmania. They inhabit coastal heathlands, woodlands, and forests, preferring areas with a diverse range of flowering plants.
These birds are generally sedentary, maintaining their territories year-round. In urban areas, they can be found in parks and gardens with native plantings. They adapt well to human-modified environments that provide suitable nectar sources.
Sea level to 1,400 meters
Temperate, Subtropical
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