Golden-bellied White-eye
A species of Typical white-eyes Scientific name : Zosterops uropygialis Genus : Typical white-eyes
Golden-bellied White-eye, A species of Typical white-eyes
Botanical name: Zosterops uropygialis
Genus: Typical white-eyes
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Description General Info
Description
The golden-bellied white-eye (Zosterops uropygialis) is a species of bird in the family Zosteropidae. It is native to the Kai Islands in Indonesia. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Size
12 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Golden-bellied White-eye typically feeds in pairs or small groups, foraging in the canopy with deliberate, upright movements and 20 cm hops. Their diet includes items obtained by hover-gleaning, a unique behavior reminiscent of Old World flycatchers.
Habitat
The golden-bellied White-eye primarily occupies forested landscapes, including substantial areas of cleared land where trees are sporadically distributed. These environments provide the necessary ecological conditions that support the life cycle and behavior of the golden-bellied White-eye, ensuring the availability of resources like food and nesting sites.
Dite type
Insectivorous
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Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Genus
Typical white-eyes Species
Golden-bellied White-eye