Mountain Blackeye
NameMountain Blackeye
Common NameMountain Blackeye
Scientific NameLophozosterops goodfellowi
FamilyZosteropidae
Wingspan (cm)17
Length (cm)11.5
Weight (g)12.5
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are olive-green, contrasting with brighter yellowish-olive underparts, particularly on the throat and breast. It has a prominent black eye-ring, a yellowish forehead, and a bright orange bill and legs.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include high-pitched, thin, sibilant notes and a rapid, chattering song.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the montane regions of Mindanao island in the Philippines.
Identifying FeaturesBlack eye-ring, Olive-green upperparts, Yellowish underparts, Orange bill and legs, Small size
Description
The Mountain Blackeye is a small, active passerine found in montane forests. It is characterized by its olive-green plumage, yellowish underparts, and a distinctive black eye-ring. This species forages primarily for insects and fruits in the canopy and subcanopy.
