Myzomela eichhorni
The Crimson-rumped Myzomela (Myzomela eichhorni) is a diminutive, highly active honeyeater endemic to the Solomon Islands, distinguished by its vibrant posterior. Measuring approximately 10-12 cm (4-4.7 inches) in length and weighing around 7-10 grams, it presents a striking contrast of dark and bright plumage. Adults typically exhibit dark grey to blackish upperparts, often appearing iridescent in good light, which sharply contrasts with a clean white belly and undertail. The most prominent ...
Inhabits tropical lowland and hill forests, forest edges, secondary growth, and sometimes gardens, ranging from sea level up to 1500 meters.
Feeds predominantly on nectar, supplemented by small insects gleaned from foliage and occasional consumption of small fruits.
Crimson-rumped Myzomelas are intensely active and diurnal, constantly flitting among flowering trees and shrubs. Their foraging strategy primarily involves acrobatic hovering and darting movements to extract nectar from blossoms using their specialized brush-tipped tongues. They also glean small ...
The Crimson-rumped Myzomela is an avian jewel strictly confined to the Solomon Islands archipelago in Melanesia, where it is a year-round resident. Its distribution spans several major islands within the chain, showing some subspecific variation. The nominate subspecies, *Myzomela eichhorni eichh...
Least Concern
- The Crimson-rumped Myzomela is endemic to the Solomon Islands archipelago, found nowhere else on Earth. - Despite its small size, it is incredibly agile, performing impressive aerial maneuvers to access nectar from diverse flowers. - Its long, decurved bill and brush-tipped tongue are perfectly...