Arfak Honeyeater
A species of Smoky honeyeaters and allies Scientific name : Melipotes gymnops Genus : Smoky honeyeaters and allies
Arfak Honeyeater, A species of Smoky honeyeaters and allies
Botanical name: Melipotes gymnops
Genus: Smoky honeyeaters and allies
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Description
The Arfak honeyeater or bare-eyed honeyeater (Melipotes gymnops) is a species of bird in the family Meliphagidae. It is endemic to West Papua, Indonesia, where it lives in subtropical and tropical moist montane forest, at elevations ranging from 1,200 to 2,700 m (3,900 to 8,900 ft). 
Size
22 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Arfak Honeyeater's diet primarily consists of fruits, complemented by insects, with occasional seeds. Arfak Honeyeater actively forages through various levels from canopy to shrubs, often alone but sometimes in small groups around abundant food.
Habitat
The arfak Honeyeater typically inhabits montane forests, often found at the fringes of these areas, as well as in indigenous agricultural gardens. These environments are characterized by rich plant biodiversity and provide the resources necessary for the arfak Honeyeater's survival. The bird is native to broader regions where these habitat conditions are prevalent, showcasing its adaptation to these particular ecological niches.
Dite type
Frugivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Fruit
Photo By Lars Petersson 
Scientific Classification
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