Least ConcernEndemicInvertebratesForestSmall · 21 g
About the Rufous-sided Honeyeater
The rufous-sided honeyeater is a species of bird in the family Meliphagidae. It is endemic to West Papua, Indonesia. There are currently 2 recognized subspecies.
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Rufous-sided honeyeaters generally weigh from 18-25 grams. Their head and necks are a greyish color, while under the wings is a more chestnut-brown color. Not much is known about juvenile coloring.
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Where the Rufous-sided Honeyeater lives
Regular range
When to see the Rufous-sided Honeyeater
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Peak activity in August · a variable species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Yellowish-streaked HoneyeaterPtiloprora meekianaThe yellowish-streaked honeyeater or olive-streaked honeyeater is a species of bird in the family Meliphagidae.
Mayr's HoneyeaterPtiloprora mayriMayr's honeyeater is a species of bird in the family Meliphagidae.
Leaden HoneyeaterPtiloprora plumbeaThe leaden honeyeater is a species of bird in the family Meliphagidae.
Leaden HoneyeaterPtiloprora plumbeaThe leaden honeyeater is a species of bird in the family Meliphagidae.
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