Black-bellied Myzomela

Myzomela erythromelas

Least Concern · IUCN Red List

LCLeast ConcernEndemicNectarForestCup nestTiny · 8 g

When to see the Black-bellied Myzomela

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Where to see the Black-bellied Myzomela

Regular range

The map shades 1 country with regular records. Everything unshaded has no records. Countries are listed below the map.

About the Black-bellied Myzomela

The black-bellied myzomela, also known as the splendid myzomela, is a species of bird in the family Meliphagidae. It is endemic to the large island of New Britain, near New Guinea. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. An adult is 9 to 10 cm, males weigh 7 to 9 g while females weigh 6.5 to 7.5 g. Males have predominantly black plumage with a scarlet red hood. Females are slightly smaller than males with a mainly olive colored plumage and a red mask covering the forehead. Both male and females have a black bill. Black-bellied myzomela feed on nectar, often in small parties.

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