Mauritius Grey White-eye
NameMauritius Grey White-eye
Common NameMauritius Grey White-eye
Scientific NameZosterops mauritianus
FamilyZosteropidae
Wingspan (cm)15.5
Length (cm)10.5
Weight (g)10
Plumage DetailsThe head and upperparts are a uniform slate-grey, contrasting with a white throat and belly. The flanks are distinctly washed with pale rufous or buff. It has dark lores, a dark, slender bill, and dark legs. A key feature is the absence of a prominent white eye-ring.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include soft, warbling songs and various chirping or trilling contact calls used to communicate within flocks.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is endemic to the island of Mauritius in the Indian Ocean, where it is widespread across various habitats.
Identifying Featureslack of white eye-ring, grey upperparts, white underparts, rufous flanks, small size
Description
A small, active passerine bird endemic to Mauritius, characterized by its grey upperparts, white underparts, and distinctive rufous flanks. Unlike many other white-eyes, it notably lacks a prominent white eye-ring. It forages actively in trees and shrubs, often in small flocks.
