476 BLACK-HEADED HONEYEATER Melithreptus affinis
Australia (317)
Also known as Black-cap. Endemic to Tasmnia. 12.5-14.5 cm. Endemic to Tasmania; King Is.,and Furneaux Group; in T. range is n. and e. Found in drier eucalypt forests, woodlands, coastal heaths, orchards and gardens.
he is a little beauty - the stark black head is a lovely contrast to the earthy colours on the body and wings - Tasmania has some treasures too
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