Red-tinged myzomela

The red-tinged myzomela is a species of bird in the family Meliphagidae. It was formerly considered a subspecies of the dusky myzomela, but was split as a distinct species by the IOC in 2021. It is found in the Obi Islands of Indonesia. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.

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Distribution

Region

Maluku Islands

Typical Environment

Occurs on the Obi Islands in Wallacea, primarily in subtropical and tropical moist lowland forests. It uses forest edges, secondary growth, and gardens with flowering shrubs and trees. Birds often forage in the canopy but will descend to mid-storey blossoms. The species appears tolerant of some habitat modification if nectar sources persist.

Altitude Range

Sea level to 1000 m

Climate Zone

Tropical

Characteristics

Size10–12 cm

Wing Span16–20 cm

Male Weight0.01 kg

Female Weight0.009 kg

Life Expectancy5 years

Ease of Keeping

Beginner friendly: 1/5

Useful to know

A small honeyeater of the family Meliphagidae, the red-tinged myzomela was split from the dusky myzomela by the IOC in 2021. It is confined to the Obi Islands of Indonesia, where it frequents flowering trees for nectar and also catches small insects. Males show a subtle reddish wash that gives the species its name, while females are plainer. Its agility and rapid movements among blossoms make it easy to overlook despite being fairly active.

Behaviour

Temperament

active and wary

Flight Pattern

short rapid wingbeats

Social Behavior

Often seen singly or in pairs and occasionally in small mixed-species flocks at flowering trees. Territorial behavior may occur around rich nectar sources. Nests are likely small, cup-shaped structures placed on slender branches, as in related myzomelas.

Migratory Pattern

Resident

Song Description

High, thin twitters and sharp chips delivered from the canopy, interspersed with soft, buzzy notes. Vocalizations are quick and repetitive, often given while moving between blossoms.

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Preferred Environment

Requires Supplement

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