About the Regent Honeyeater
The regent honeyeater is a critically endangered bird endemic to southeastern Australia. It is commonly considered a flagship species within its range, with the efforts going into its conservation having positive effects on many other species that share its habitat. Recent genetic research suggests it is closely related to the wattlebirds.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Honeyeaters (Meliphagidae) |
| Species | Anthochaera phrygia |
| Species Codes | reghon1, REHO |
| Conservation | CR Critically Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Regent Honeyeater belong to?
The Regent Honeyeater (Anthochaera phrygia) belongs to the Honeyeaters family (Meliphagidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Regent Honeyeater?
The Regent Honeyeater is classified as "Critically Endangered" (CR) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Regent Honeyeater?
The regent honeyeater is a critically endangered bird endemic to southeastern Australia. It is commonly considered a flagship species within its range, with the efforts going into its conservation having positive effects on many other species that share its habitat. Recent genetic research suggests ...
Where can I report a Regent Honeyeater sighting?
You can log sightings of Regent Honeyeater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code reghon1, or on iNaturalist.
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