About the Mountain Honeyeater
The Mountain Honeyeater (Meliphaga orientalis) 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 moumel1 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 orientalis |
| Species Codes | moumel1, HFHO, MOHO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mountain Honeyeater belong to?
The Mountain Honeyeater (Meliphaga orientalis) belongs to the Honeyeaters family (Meliphagidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Mountain Honeyeater?
The Mountain 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 Mountain Honeyeater sighting?
You can log sightings of Mountain Honeyeater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code moumel1, or on iNaturalist.