Kai Besar White-eye
NameKai Besar White-eye
Common NameKai Besar White-eye
Scientific NameZosterops dehaani
FamilyZosteropidae
Wingspan (cm)15
Length (cm)11.5
Weight (g)10
Plumage DetailsBright yellow-green crown and upperparts, prominent white eye-ring, black lores, and white underparts with a yellow wash on the flanks and undertail coverts. It has a dark greyish-black bill and legs.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations consist of high-pitched, clear, often rapid, warbling or trilling notes.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to Kai Besar (Great Kai) island in the Kai Islands, Indonesia.
Identifying Featuresprominent white eye-ring, bright yellow-green upperparts, white underparts, small size, active foraging behavior
Description
This small passerine bird is characterized by its bright yellow-green upperparts and prominent white eye-ring. It is an active and social species, often observed foraging in small flocks within its island habitat.
