Ornate Melidectes
A species of Melidectes Scientific name : Melidectes torquatus Genus : Melidectes
Ornate Melidectes, A species of Melidectes
Botanical name: Melidectes torquatus
Genus: Melidectes
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Description
The ornate melidectes or ornate honeyeater (Melidectes torquatus) is a species of bird in the family Meliphagidae. It is found in the New Guinea Highlands. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forest. 
Size
23 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Ornate Melidectes consumes insects, larvae, nectar, and small to hard-shelled fruits, foraging from canopy to forest floor and in various plants, often in the afternoon. It's active, solitary or in groups, and defends feeding territories aggressively.
Habitat
The habitat of ornate Melidectes predominantly consists of lower and middle montane forests and their edges. This species thrives in areas with secondary growth, scrublands, and agricultural gardens, showing a preference for semi-open areas and environments altered by human activity. These birds are commonly found occupying trees in town and village gardens within inland montane valleys across broader geographical regions of eastern New Guinea.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Photo By Lars Petersson 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Honeyeaters Genus
Melidectes Species
Ornate Melidectes 
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