Yellowish White-eye
NameYellowish White-eye
Common NameYellowish White-eye
Scientific NameZosterops flavissimus
FamilyZosteropidae
Wingspan (cm)13.5
Length (cm)11
Weight (g)9.5
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are yellowish-green, contrasting with bright yellow underparts. It has a prominent white eye-ring, a small black bill, and dark legs.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations typically consist of soft, high-pitched, warbling notes and chirps, often given in a continuous, conversational manner while foraging.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Philippines, primarily found in the Sulu Archipelago.
Identifying Featuresprominent white eye-ring, bright yellowish-green and yellow plumage, small size, small black bill
Description
The Yellowish White-eye is a small, active passerine bird characterized by its bright yellowish-green plumage and a distinctive white ring around its eye. It is often found foraging in small flocks within the canopy of trees and shrubs.
