INDIAN WHITE-EYE
Zosterops palpebrosus
DESCRIPTION
The Indian White-Eye is a small, lively bird known for its distinctive white eye ring and olive-green plumage. It is often found in flocks and is recognized for its energetic behavior and melodious calls.
FUN FACTS
- They are known for their curious nature and often investigate their surroundings | Indian White-Eyes can be found in both urban and rural areas | Their melodious calls are a common sound in their habitats
QUICK INFO
Lifespan3-5 years in the wild
Average Weight8-12 g
Average Length10-11 cm
Diet TypeOmnivore
Social Structuregroup — they are often seen in small flocks, which helps in foraging and avoiding predators.
Activity PatternDiurnal
Breeding SeasonSpring (March-May)
- Habitat
- Indian White-Eyes inhabit a variety of environments, including forests, gardens, and scrublands. They prefer areas with dense foliage for foraging and nesting.
- Biomes
- Tropical Rainforest, Temperate Forest, Grassland
- Native Range
- The species is native to the Indian subcontinent, particularly in India and surrounding regions.
- Continent
- Asia
- Countries
- India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka
- Diet
- This species primarily feeds on small insects and fruits. It plays a significant role in pollination and seed dispersal in its habitat.
- Diet Type
- Omnivore
- Favorite Food
- insects, fruits
- Social Structure
- group — they are often seen in small flocks, which helps in foraging and avoiding predators.
- Activity Pattern
- Diurnal
- Group Size
- 5-20
- Territorial
- 0
VU
8-12 g
Weight
10-11 cm
Length
- Coloration
- olive-green upperparts with a white eye ring and yellow underparts
- Lifespan
- 3-5 years in the wild
- Offspring per Birth
- 2-4
- Sexual Maturity
- 1 year
- Breeding Season
- Spring (March-May)
LC
Least Concern
IUCN Red List Status
- Population Status
- The population is currently stable, with no significant declines reported.
- Wild Population Estimate
- 100,000+
- Population Trend
- Stable
- Endangered
- 0
- Threats
- Habitat loss due to deforestation and urbanization poses a threat to their populations. However, they adapt well to human-altered environments.
- Predators
- small birds of prey, cats
- Defense Mechanisms
- They use flocking behavior to confuse predators and often take evasive flight.
- Found in Zoos
- Uncommon