Dark-crowned Heleia
NameDark-crowned Heleia
Common NameDark-crowned Heleia
Scientific NameHeleia crassa
FamilyZosteropidae
Wingspan (cm)17.5
Length (cm)11.5
Weight (g)12
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are olive-green, contrasting with bright yellow underparts. It features a distinctive dark brown crown, a prominent white supercilium (eyebrow stripe), and dark lores extending from the bill to the eye.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a series of high-pitched, thin notes and a soft, warbling song.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the island of Sulawesi in Indonesia, where it is found in montane and submontane forests.
Identifying Featuresdark brown crown, prominent white supercilium, olive-green back, bright yellow underparts, small size
Description
The Dark-crowned Heleia is a small passerine bird characterized by its olive-green upperparts and bright yellow underparts. It forages actively in the canopy and undergrowth of montane forests, often seen pecking at berries or gleaning insects.
