Black-capped White-eye
NameBlack-capped White-eye
Common NameBlack-capped White-eye
Scientific NameZosterops atricapilla
FamilyZosteropidae
Wingspan (cm)13
Length (cm)10.5
Weight (g)8.5
Plumage DetailsThis species has olive-green upperparts, a prominent black cap extending from the forehead to the nape, and a distinct white eye-ring. The lores are black, and the underparts are greyish-white, often with a yellow wash on the flanks and vent.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of soft, high-pitched warbling songs and a series of chirps or trills, often given while foraging.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the island of Sumatra, Indonesia, primarily inhabiting montane regions.
Identifying FeaturesBlack cap, Prominent white eye-ring, Olive-green upperparts, Greyish-white underparts, Small size
Description
The Black-capped White-eye is a small, active passerine characterized by its olive-green upperparts and a distinctive black cap. It is often seen foraging in the canopy and undergrowth of montane forests, moving quickly through foliage.
