Kirk's White-eye
NameKirk's White-eye
Common NameKirk's White-eye
Scientific NameZosterops kirki
FamilyZosteropidae
Wingspan (cm)16
Length (cm)11.5
Weight (g)11
Plumage DetailsThis species features olive-green upperparts, a bright yellow throat and undertail coverts, and a yellowish-white belly. A distinctive, prominent white eye-ring encircles its eye, contrasting with its dark bill and legs.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations typically consist of soft, warbling, and chirping notes, often given in contact calls while foraging in groups.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the island of Grand Comoro (Ngazidja) in the Comoros archipelago.
Identifying FeaturesProminent white eye-ring, Bright yellow throat and undertail coverts, Olive-green upperparts, Small size, Dark bill and legs
Description
Kirk's White-eye is a small, active passerine endemic to Grand Comoro. It is often seen foraging in groups, moving quickly through the canopy and undergrowth.
