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Wildlife of Tasmania
Birds of Tasmania
Yellow wattlebird, Anthochaera paradoxa
The yellow wattlebird is Australia's largest
honeyeater (380-480 mm). It is found only in Tasmania. The species
has a grey-brown plumage streaked with white. The belly is yellow. It has distinctive
yellow "wattles" (long, pendulous
lobes) hanging from behind the ear. Both sexes are similar in appearance.
The yellow wattlebird occurs in eucalypt forest and woodland. It is a common species, often seen in gardens. It feeds on insects and nectar.
The nest is large, cup-shaped and comprised of twigs, bark and leaves. It is lined with feathers.
 The call is a loud, gutteral
sound which has been likened to a person vomiting!
[Wildlife of Tasmania] [Birds]
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