Capped White-eye
Zosterops fuscicapilla
The Capped White-eye (Zosterops fuscicapilla) is a rare white-eyes, yuhinas, and alli found in 2 countries, weighing about 11 g. The capped white-eye is a species of bird in the family Zosteropidae.
About the Capped White-eye
The capped white-eye is a species of bird in the family Zosteropidae. It is found in New Guinea. Its natural habitat is in subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. It has a white eye ring, round wings, and strong legs. The capped white-eyes are sociable and live in large flocks. The Oya Tabu white-eye of the D'Entrecasteaux Islands has sometimes been considered to be a distinct species.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: June, July, August, September, October, November, with peak activity in July. It is a winter visitor species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Capped White-eye look like?
- The capped white-eye is a species of bird in the family Zosteropidae.
- How big is a Capped White-eye?
- The Capped White-eye is a tiny sized bird weighing about 11 g.
- Where can you see a Capped White-eye?
- The Capped White-eye occurs in 2 countries, including Indonesia and Papua New Guinea.
- What birds look similar to a Capped White-eye?
- The Capped White-eye is most easily confused with the Broad-ringed White-eye, the Mauritius Grey White-eye and the Papuan White-eye.
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