Karthala White-eye

About the Karthala White-eye

The Karthala white-eye, also known as the Mount Karthala white-eye, Grand Comore white-eye, or Comoro white-eye, is a species of bird in the family Zosteropidae. As suggested by its name, it is endemic to Philippia heath woodland growing on Mount Karthala on the island of Grand Comore in the Comoros. Mount Karthala is an active volcano and future eruptions pose a serious threat to the Karthala white-eye. The bird is further threatened by human-induced habitat loss.

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Where the Karthala White-eye lives

When to see the Karthala White-eye

Peak activity in October · a variable species across most of its range

Easily confused with

Wangi-wangi White-eyeZosterops paruhbesarThe Wangi-wangi white-eye, locally known as sui, is a species of songbird in the white-eye family. Togian White-eyeZosterops somadikartaiThe Sulawesi region is believed to have at least 9-10 species that are found in isolated islands. Olive-colored White-eyeZosterops oleagineusThe olive-colored white-eye, also known as the olive white-eye, Yap olive white-eye or great Yap white-eye, is a species of bird in the family Zosteropidae.