Flame-eared Honeyeater
Lichmera flavicans
The Flame-eared Honeyeater (Lichmera flavicans) is a rare honeyeater found in 2 countries, weighing about 6 g. The flame-eared honeyeater, also known as the yellow-eared honeyeater, is a species of bird in the family Meliphagidae.
About the Flame-eared Honeyeater
The flame-eared honeyeater, also known as the yellow-eared honeyeater, is a species of bird in the family Meliphagidae. It is found on Timor island. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest and subtropical or tropical moist montane forest.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, with peak activity in August. It is a variable species across most of its range.
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Quick questions
- What does a Flame-eared Honeyeater look like?
- The flame-eared honeyeater, also known as the yellow-eared honeyeater, is a species of bird in the family Meliphagidae.
- How big is a Flame-eared Honeyeater?
- The Flame-eared Honeyeater is a tiny sized bird weighing about 6 g.
- Where can you see a Flame-eared Honeyeater?
- The Flame-eared Honeyeater occurs in 2 countries, including Timor-Leste and Indonesia.
- What birds look similar to a Flame-eared Honeyeater?
- The Flame-eared Honeyeater is most easily confused with the Scaly-breasted Honeyeater, the Olive Honeyeater and the Silver-eared Honeyeater.
- Is the Flame-eared Honeyeater endangered?
- The Flame-eared Honeyeater is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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