Little Wattlebird

Description:

Also known as the Brush Wattlebird. A wattlebird without wattles as other types have; grey and white streaked body darker on top and lighter underneath, slight tinge of brown above. Grows to around 30cm, male and female are fairly similar; an insect eater but also eats nectar, honeydew, aggressive towards other birds when nesting but also very flighty and nervous if approached. This one found nesting in a Pandanus tree.

Habitat:

Found in eastern regions of Australia in forest, woodlands, parks, gardens, farms where tree cover and food resources are available. Western race has slight variations in colour and markings.