Indian White-eye

Zosterops palpebrosus

Order:

Passeriformes

Family:

Zosteropidae

Size:

10 to 12 centimeters (3.9 to 4.7 inches)

Weight:

7 to 12 grams (0.25 to 0.42 ounces)

Taxonomy:

(Temminck, 1824)

Short Description:

The Indian White-eye (Zosterops palpebrosus) is a small, colorful bird with a distinctive white ring around its eye, giving it its name. Its upperparts are generally olive-green, with a yellow throat and breast. It has a relatively short, slender bill adapted for feeding on nectar, fruits, and insects.

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In Pakistan, the Indian White-eye is primarily found in the northern regions, including Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Azad Jammu and Kashmir. It inhabits a variety of habitats such as gardens, forests, and shrublands, often preferring areas with dense foliage and flowering plants.

Indian White-eyes are highly social birds, often seen in small to medium-sized flocks. They are active and agile, moving swiftly through foliage in search of food. Their diet consists mainly of nectar, fruits, and insects, which they glean from flowers and foliage. They are known for their melodious calls and are frequently heard chirping and singing, especially during the breeding season. During breeding, they construct small, cup-shaped nests in trees and shrubs, where they lay their eggs. Overall, they are adaptable birds, able to thrive in a variety of habitats across Pakistan.