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Rote Myzomela
Myzomela irianawidodoae
Rote Myzomela (Myzomela irianawidodoae) — Songbirds & Perching Birds of Australia & Oceania.
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The Rote Myzomela (Myzomela irianawidodoae) is a member of the Meliphagidae family found in Australia & Oceania. Adults weigh 32.2 g.
Where it fits
- Class Aves
- Order Passeriformes
- Family Meliphagidae Honeyeaters
- Genus Myzomela
- Species irianawidodoae
Quick facts
- Weight
- 32.2 g
- Diet
- Nectar-feeders
- Family
- Meliphagidae
- Order
- Passeriformes
How to identify
Similar birds
Vulnerable
Least Concern
Least Concern
Biology & behaviour
Diet
The Rote Myzomela is a nectarivore — it feeds mainly on nectar.
Behaviour
Where it spends much of its time perched among vegetation.
Migration
The Rote Myzomela is largely sedentary, staying within its range year-round rather than making regular long-distance migrations.
The Rote Myzomela (Myzomela irianawidodoae) is a member of the Meliphagidae family, within the order Passeriformes. It occurs naturally across Australia & Oceania. Its distribution covers AU Rote (ec Lesser Sundas).
It is a small bird. Adults weighs around 32.2 g, with a wing length of about 5.7 cm and a tail of around 3.9 cm.
Songs & calls
Frequently asked questions
How big is the Rote Myzomela?
The Rote Myzomela is a small bird that weighs around 32.2 g.
Where does the Rote Myzomela live?
The Rote Myzomela is found across Australia & Oceania with a range covering AU Rote (ec Lesser Sundas).
What family does the Rote Myzomela belong to?
The Rote Myzomela (Myzomela irianawidodoae) belongs to the Meliphagidae family, in the order Passeriformes.
What does the Rote Myzomela eat?
The Rote Myzomela is a nectarivore — it feeds mainly on nectar.
Does the Rote Myzomela migrate?
The Rote Myzomela is largely sedentary, staying within its range year-round rather than making regular long-distance migrations.
What sound does the Rote Myzomela make?
1 real field recording of the Rote Myzomela — including its song — can be played in the Songs & calls section on this page, credited to the recordist who captured it.
Conservation
Every bird benefits from bird-safe windows, native plants, and keeping cats indoors. Small changes at home add up to real protection.
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