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Scarlet HoneyeaterAlternative names: "Sanguineous Honeyeater", "Bloodbird" |
Sightings
Spotted and identified without doubt in November 2006 on a hike through the Dorrigo National Park.
Also spotted in many different locations throughout southern and central QLD, in particular coastal areas, in July 2009. Found as far west as Mt. Walsh National Park, QLD.
Photos
Lateral view of a male Scarlet Honeyeater
Slightly different posture
Mostly staying high up in treetops, at large distances male Scarlet Honeyeaters are easily mistaken for Mistletoebirds.
Unsharp lateral view of a female Scarlet Honeyeater
Here the back of the same female bird as above