Rufous-throated Honeyeater

Description:

This little honeyeater's name comes from the rufous patch on its throat.

Habitat:

Standing in the water's edge at the Mankajarra wetlands.

Notes:

I think this is the first Rufous-throated Honeyeater on PN! I can't find a lot of information about these little birds. Not like some of the more well-known. From the little that I've been watching them I've observed them in large groups (approx 3-15) coming down to drink and bathe at the water's edge with double-barred finches, long-tailed finches, a banded honeyeater, and some shore-birds (I'm still learning about them). Lately though, I've seen single rufous-throated honeyeaters fluttering around the long grass (kinda like a little wren), from one stalk to another, to the water's edge, over the water etc. That's all I know. When I do know more I'll update :) First reference for identification: The Michael Morcombe eGuide to Australian Birds, Mobile App.