Swinhoe's White-eye
NameSwinhoe's White-eye
Common NameSwinhoe's White-eye
Scientific NameZosterops simplex
FamilyZosteropidae
Wingspan (cm)16
Length (cm)11
Weight (g)12
Plumage DetailsThe plumage features olive-green on the back, wings, and tail, contrasting with a white belly and breast. A prominent white eye-ring encircles the eye, and the throat and undertail coverts are bright yellow. The bill and legs are dark.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations typically consist of high-pitched, often trilling or warbling calls, frequently given by individuals within a flock.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban, coastal
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across eastern China, Taiwan, Korea, Japan, and parts of Southeast Asia, inhabiting a wide range of wooded environments.
Identifying Featuresprominent white eye-ring, olive-green upperparts, yellow throat and vent, small size, active foraging behavior
Description
This small, active passerine is characterized by its olive-green upperparts and white underparts, with a distinctive bright yellow throat and vent. It is often observed foraging in small to large flocks in various wooded habitats.
