Lerping
Noisy Miner (Manorina melanocephala)
The Noisy Miner is on of many Australian birds that feed on Lerp, which is found on some trees. Often on the foliage.
For those unfamiliar with Lerp the following might be helpful.
In biology, a lerp is a structure of crystallized honeydew produced by larvae of psyllid bugs as a protective cover. These animals are commonly referred to as lerp insects, of which there are over 300 species in Australia. Lerps are energy rich, consisting mostly of starch, with some proteins and fats.
Lerping
Noisy Miner (Manorina melanocephala)
The Noisy Miner is on of many Australian birds that feed on Lerp, which is found on some trees. Often on the foliage.
For those unfamiliar with Lerp the following might be helpful.
In biology, a lerp is a structure of crystallized honeydew produced by larvae of psyllid bugs as a protective cover. These animals are commonly referred to as lerp insects, of which there are over 300 species in Australia. Lerps are energy rich, consisting mostly of starch, with some proteins and fats.