Green Iora

The Green Iora (<em>Aegithina viridissima</em>) is a member of the family Aegithinidae and occupies coastal and forest habitats within its range in the Thai-Malay Peninsula and adjacent islands. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature. This species is currently classified as Near Threatened, reflecting concerns about its declining population, most likely driven by ongoing deforestation and habitat loss across lowland regions of its range. Its occurrence in both coastal and forest environments suggests some degree of habitat breadth, though it remains dependent on intact or well-structured woodland. The species constructs cup-shaped nests consistent with Aegithinidae nesting behavior, and a clutch of approximately 2 eggs is reported. Incubation period, fledging duration, dietary details, and vocalization characteristics are not documented in available data. Conservation measures that protect remaining lowland forests within its Southeast Asian range are considered important for the long-term stability of its population.