Attracting honeyeaters to your garden

Eastern Spinebill

Honeyeaters are very active birds that need a rich supply of nectar and pollen-producing flowers. They use a brush-tongue they use to collect nectar and pollen.

Honeyeaters can be protective of a good supply of food. They also need insects in their diet, so, despite their name, don’t be surprised if you see them snapping up some bugs.

Habitat tips

  • Plant dense or prickly small and large indigenous shrubs for shelter and nest sites
  • Plant a range of nectar and pollenproducing plants such as the Common Correa with bell-shaped flowers
  • Include a shallow dish of fresh water in an elevated cat-safe safe position for bathing and drinking, a hanging or pedestal bird bath are ideal
  • Practice natural pest control
  • Keep cats contained 24/7

Threats

  • Carnivorous birds
  • Wattlebirds
  • Noisy Miners
  • Cats and dogs (containment essential)
  • Pesticides
  • Lack of tall dense shrubs
  • Lack of bell-shaped flowers

Download the factsheet: Attracting honeyeaters to your garden(PDF, 502KB)

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