The Blue-faced Honeyeater is a large black, white and golden
olive-green honeyeater with striking blue skin around the yellow to white eye.
The crown, face and neck are black, with a narrow white band across the back of
the neck. The upperparts and wings are a golden olive green, and the underparts
are white, with a grey-black throat and upper breast. The blue facial skin is
two-toned, with the lower half a brilliant cobalt blue.
Juvenile birds are
similar to the adults but the facial skin is yellow-green and the bib is a
lighter grey. This honeyeater is noisy and gregarious, and is usually seen in
pairs or small flocks. It is known as the Banana-bird in tropical areas, for
its habit of feeding on banana fruit and flowers.
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ReplyDeleteSuper shots of one of my favourite birds.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos Liz! Even the rain didn't interfere....
ReplyDeleteGorgeous birds! What amazing photos!
ReplyDeleteLiz, how marvelous each of these images is, just absolutely stunning!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat great shots of a great bird - these are in QLD I assume!
ReplyDeletecheers - Stewart M - Melbourne
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These are fantastic! Beautiful birds and I love the splashing water!
ReplyDeleteHello, awesome photos of your beautiful Honeyeater. The are beautiful birds, I love the color around the eyes. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Have a happy new week!
ReplyDeletegreat shots of cool birds!
ReplyDeleteI don't ever recall seeing one when I've been on Australia.
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