Timor friarbird

The Timor friarbird or plain friarbird (Philemon inornatus) is a species of bird in the family Meliphagidae.

Habitat
It is found on Timor island, where it plays an important cultural role. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical dry forests; it tends to be most present near roads, particularly flat low-traffic roads near rivers and mangroves. It is a species generalist.

Threats
It is threatened by human-caused habitat loss—caused by logging, forest fires, and illegitimate grazing —and poaching. Over the past decade, its population has decreased significantly.

Diet
It feeds primarily on nectar, and also eats insects and fruit.

Social behavior
Timor friarbirds live in pairs or small groups.