Common Jery
NameCommon Jery
Common NameCommon Jery
Scientific NameNeomixis tenella
FamilyCisticolidae
Wingspan (cm)16
Length (cm)11
Weight (g)7
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are olive-green, while the underparts are bright yellow, often with a pale greyish wash on the flanks. It has a dark eye and a fine, dark bill.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of chirps, trills, and whistles, often delivered rapidly and with a high-pitched quality.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to Madagascar, found throughout the island in various forest and scrub habitats.
Identifying Featuressmall size, yellowish-green plumage, fine dark bill, active behavior, endemic to Madagascar
Description
The Common Jery is a small, active warbler-like bird endemic to Madagascar. It is characterized by its yellowish-green plumage and preference for dense undergrowth, where it forages for insects.
