Indian White-eye
NameIndian White-eye
Common NameIndian White-eye
Scientific NameZosterops palpebrosus
FamilyZosteropidae
Wingspan (cm)14.5
Length (cm)9.5
Weight (g)9.5
Plumage DetailsBright yellow-green on the upperparts, wings, and tail. The throat and vent are bright yellow, while the belly and flanks are whitish to pale grey. A prominent white eye-ring encircles the eye.
Vocalization / CallProduces soft, high-pitched, musical calls, often described as a 'cheer-cheer-cheer' or 'swee-swee-swee' sound. They also have a soft trilling song.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across the Indian subcontinent, including India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, and parts of Southeast Asia.
Identifying Featuresprominent white eye-ring, bright yellow-green upperparts, small size, yellow throat and vent
Description
A small, active passerine bird characterized by its bright yellow-green upperparts, white underparts, and a distinctive white ring around its eye. It often forages in small flocks, moving quickly through foliage, feeding on insects, nectar, and fruits.
