Mbulu White-eye
NameMbulu White-eye
Common NameMbulu White-eye
Scientific NameZosterops mbuluensis
FamilyZosteropidae
Wingspan (cm)13.5
Length (cm)11.5
Weight (g)10.5
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is predominantly bright yellow, with a distinctive broad white eye-ring. The lores are dark, and the wings and tail are dusky or olive-grey, contrasting with the bright yellow body.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of high-pitched, rapid, and often warbling notes, characteristic of many white-eye species. They often produce soft contact calls while foraging in groups.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Mbulu Highlands and nearby areas in north-central Tanzania.
Identifying Featuresprominent white eye-ring, bright yellow plumage, small size, dark lores
Description
A small, vibrant yellow bird characterized by a prominent white eye-ring and a short, pointed bill. It is typically found foraging actively in the canopy and undergrowth of montane forests.
