Capped White-eye
A species of Typical white-eyes Scientific name : Zosterops fuscicapilla Genus : Typical white-eyes
Capped White-eye, A species of Typical white-eyes
Botanical name: Zosterops fuscicapilla
Genus: Typical white-eyes
Content
Description General Info
Photo By Lars Petersson Description
The capped white-eye (Zosterops fuscicapilla) is a species of bird in the family Zosteropidae. It is found in New Guinea. Its natural habitat is in subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. It has a white eye ring, round wings, and strong legs. The capped white-eyes are sociable and live in large flocks.
Size
11 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Habitat
Capped White-eye can typically be found in various montane forests and secondary growth areas, including edge environments such as abandoned farmlands and native gardens. They are also found in places with isolated shrubs in mid-mountain grasslands. These birds prefer regions that feature a mix of natural and partly cultivated landscapes within broader geographical areas of montane and hill forests.
Dite type
Frugivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Fruit
Photo By Lars Petersson