Our symbol of Glen Junor:
The Black-chinned honeyeater
This bird, native to Gisborne, is a symbol of the many facets of Glen Junor: nature, sustainability, co-operative living, distinctive, friendly and inquisitive.
It was once an everyday joy to see the Black-chinned honeyeater in Gisborne and surrounds. Sadly, this beautiful bird has declined in numbers in Victoria and is no longer found in parts of its range. Our work in expanding and rehabilitating high quality native vegetation and habitat is aimed at restoring populations of Black-chinned Honeyeaters, along with other native flora and fauna.
PROFILE
BEHAVIOUR & PERSONALITY
Feeds in groups of 12
Feeds on nectar, insects, seeds
Noisy, gregarious, active, scratchy call,
Inquisitive
Territorial
Flits from perch to perch, often sideways and upside-down.
LOOK
Average size, 15cm
Medium & stocky, short tail
Black head, olive green/golden yellow, black chin and bright blue above eye
Both sexes look alike
BREEDING & HABITAT
Co-operative breeding
Builds a “wooly”, cup-shaped nest. Tending to choose pale colours for nesting material
Lives in Box & Ironbark Eucalyptus and Bloodwoods, near waterways.
Moves seasonally
