This delicate illustration captures a pair of white-eared honeyeaters amongst flowering Hardenbergia vines, commonly known as Happy Wanderer. Robyn Clarke's detailed rendering showcases these distinctive Australian birds with their olive-green backs, yellow-green underparts, and the characteristic white ear patches that give them their name. The black facial markings and curved bills perfectly adapted for nectar feeding complete their charming appearance.
The artwork portrays the honeyeaters in their preferred habitat, surrounded by the cascading purple blooms of the Happy Wanderer vine that provide essential nectar sources. The composition captures both birds in natural poses as they forage among the branches, demonstrating their important role as pollinators in Australian ecosystems.
White-eared honeyeaters are found across much of southern and eastern Australia, inhabiting open woodlands, mallee scrublands, and heathlands where flowering shrubs and trees provide abundant nectar. These active, social birds are known for their pleasant, varied calls and their aggressive defence of prime flowering territories. Their specialised brush-tipped tongues and curved bills make them perfectly equipped for extracting nectar from native blossoms.
The perfect addition to any nature lover's collection or an ideal gift for those who appreciate Australian wildlife art.
Available in:
• A4 size (210 × 297 mm / 8.27 × 11.69 inches)
• A5 size (148 × 210 mm / 5.83 × 8.27 inches)
• A6 Card (105 × 148 mm / 4.13 × 5.83 inches)
Orientation: Portrait
All items arrive carefully packaged to protect their pristine condition during shipping.
Part of Robyn Clarke's Australian Wildlife Collection, celebrating the unique beauty of native fauna through thoughtful observation and artistic precision.
