Smoky Honeyeater

Melipotes fumigatus

The Smoky Honeyeater (Melipotes fumigatus) is a medium-sized bird found in the mountain forests of New Guinea. It has a distinctive smoky grey plumage with a black head and yellow patch behind the eye. This species is known for its melodious and varied song, often heard echoing through the dense vegetation. Smoky Honeyeaters primarily feed on nectar, insects, and fruits, using their slender, curved bills to extract food from flowers and foliage. They are often observed in small groups or pairs, foraging and vocalizing in the upper canopy of the forest.

Habitat: Mountain forests of New Guinea