There are fewer than 300 regent honeyeaters in the wild but after a concerning breeding season, conservationists are encouraged by recent sightings along the east coast.

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  • The regent honeyeater is a critically endangered bird species found along the New South Wales east coast.
  • The current population estimate is 250 to 300 birds in the wild, with no successful breeding observed last year.
  • Sightings of the regent honeyeater have been reported near Coffs Harbour and Lake Macquarie.
  • Birdlife Australia is encouraging the public to report sightings to assist in conservation efforts.
  • Nest predation by various bird species and mammals poses a threat to the species.