Warbling White-eye
NameWarbling White-eye
Common NameWarbling White-eye
Scientific NameZosterops japonicus
FamilyZosteropidae
Wingspan (cm)16
Length (cm)11
Weight (g)10
Plumage DetailsThis species has olive-green upperparts, a bright yellow throat and vent, and greyish-white underparts. Its most striking feature is the prominent white ring around each eye.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a high-pitched, warbling song that is often described as sweet and melodious, along with soft 'tsee' or 'swee' contact calls.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to East Asia, including Japan, Korea, China, Taiwan, and parts of Southeast Asia. It has also been introduced to Hawaii.
Identifying Featuresprominent white eye-ring, olive-green back, yellow throat and vent, small size, active foraging behavior
Description
The Warbling White-eye is a small, active passerine bird characterized by its distinctive white eye-ring. It is often observed foraging in trees and shrubs, moving quickly through foliage in search of food.
