The Spiny-cheeked Honeyeater (Acanthagenys rufogularis) is a common species seen across the arid and semi-arid parts of Australia. A great place to observe the species is at water sources, from waterholes to bird baths in your own garden.
Spiny-cheeked Honeyeater (Acanthagenys rufogularis) at the bird bath in Alice Springs, NT
Whilst they are known to be territorial, they can often be seen sharing water with other bird species. The following were taken at the Olive Pink Botanic Garden in Alice Springs, NT.
Spiny-cheeked Honeyeater and Yellow-throated MinerSpiny-cheeked Honeyeater and Yellow-throated MinerSpiny-cheeked Honeyeater (Acanthagenys rufogularis) and Yellow-throated Miner (Manorina flavigula)Brown Honeyeater with Spiny-cheeked HoneyeaterBrown Honeyeater with Spiny-cheeked HoneyeaterBrown Honeyeater (Lichmera indistincta) with Spiny-cheeked Honeyeater (Acanthagenys rufogularis)
