Noisy Friarbird
Philemon corniculatus
A bald-headed honeyeater that sounds like a cackling witch when chasing rivals through treetops.
How I sound
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Fun facts about me
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Bald Power
Their bare black head prevents sticky nectar from gluing feathers. Nature’s ingenious kitchen hack!
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Noise Champion
Their raucous ‘cackle-gargle’ calls carry over 500m. That’s the loudest song in the honeyeater family!
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Flower Bandit
They pierce flower bases to ‘steal’ nectar without pollinating. Garden thieves in feathers!
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Feather Gang
They lead mixed bird flocks through forests, shouting orders like feathery drill sergeants.
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Fruit Fighter
They battle possums for figs at night, cackling furiously while wrestling for juicy prizes!