In the sun-dappled eucalyptus forests of Australia, this tiny jewel flutters through the canopy with tireless purpose. It feeds on lerps, insects, and nectar, delicately plucking each morsel from leaves with rapid precision. What makes it extraordinary is its quiet service to the trees — by controlling sap-sucking insects and nesting in earthen tunnels, it helps keep native forests healthy and resilient. Small enough to overlook, yet a devoted caretaker of the treetops.
Spotted Pardalote 👇
