Found only in Tasmania and Bass St Islands. Originally the same bird as a honey eater on mainland Australia but has evolved into a separate species.
Feed mainly on insects. Also, nectar and fruit. Forages in the bark.
Aggressively defends its territory against other birds including other honey eaters.
Female builds a nest of grass, bark and hair. Female incubates and feeds young.
Breeds August to December.
2 to 3 eggs. Nest within a meter of the ground. In a low bush or grass.
Female incubates and feeds the young. The male drives the young away at about three weeks.
Feed mainly on insects. Also, nectar and fruit. Forages in the bark.
Aggressively defends its territory against other birds including other honey eaters.
Female builds a nest of grass, bark and hair. Female incubates and feeds young.
Breeds August to December.
2 to 3 eggs. Nest within a meter of the ground. In a low bush or grass.
Female incubates and feeds the young. The male drives the young away at about three weeks.