About the Forest Honeyeater
The Forest Honeyeater (Meliphaga montana) is a species of bird in the Honeyeaters family (Meliphagidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 195 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code forhon1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Honeyeaters (Meliphagidae) |
| Species | Meliphaga montana |
| Species Codes | forhon1, FOHO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Forest Honeyeater belong to?
The Forest Honeyeater (Meliphaga montana) belongs to the Honeyeaters family (Meliphagidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Forest Honeyeater?
The Forest Honeyeater is a member of the Honeyeaters family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Forest Honeyeater sighting?
You can log sightings of Forest Honeyeater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code forhon1, or on iNaturalist.