Australasian figbird (Sphecotheres vieilloti), (f).
Taken at Rochedale South, Logan, Queensland.
Females have grey skin around the eye and lack distinctive head markings. They are brown-green above and dull-white below, streaked with brown. Both sexes have a blackish bill.
Figs are a particularly popular food item, although they will feed on most soft fruits and berries in canopy trees. The illustrated bird is feeding on the berries of the native Alexander Palm. Insects are also important components of their diet.
Australasian figbird (Sphecotheres vieilloti), (f).
Taken at Rochedale South, Logan, Queensland.
Females have grey skin around the eye and lack distinctive head markings. They are brown-green above and dull-white below, streaked with brown. Both sexes have a blackish bill.
Figs are a particularly popular food item, although they will feed on most soft fruits and berries in canopy trees. The illustrated bird is feeding on the berries of the native Alexander Palm. Insects are also important components of their diet.