Mau's Honeyeater

Riccordia maugaeus

The Mau's Honeyeater (Riccordia maugaeus) is a small passerine bird native to the Mariana Islands in the western Pacific Ocean. It is characterized by its olive-green plumage, yellow underparts, and distinctive black mask. These agile birds are often found foraging for nectar, insects, and fruits in the forest canopy. Mau's Honeyeaters are known for their melodious calls and are an important part of the island's ecosystem as pollinators. Due to habitat loss and predation by invasive species, the population of Mau's Honeyeater is declining, and it is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN.

Habitat: Forest canopy and edges