Black-ringed White-eye
Zosterops anomalus
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The Black-ringed White-eye is a small, active white-eye with olive-green plumage, a distinctive black ring around the white eye ring, and yellowish underparts. It is endemic to Sulawesi and adjacent Indonesian islands, inhabiting forest, forest edges, and secondary growth. It feeds on insects, nectar, and small fruits, moving energetically through the canopy in small flocks.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 11.0 cm | 4.3 in |
| Weight | 12.0 g | 0.42 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: HC.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Zosteropidae (White-eyes) |
| Genus | Zosterops |
| Species | Zosterops anomalus |
Distribution
Black-ringed White-eye has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Zosteropidae family