Here is the picture of Japanese White Eye bird that I saw in Minahasa highland of North Sulawesi Province of Indonesia. It is only a small but beautiful bird.
The Japanese White-eye, also known by its scientific name Zosterops japonicus, is a small bird native to East Asia. It has a greenish upper body, a yellow throat and chest, and a distinctive white ring around its eyes. This white eye-ring gives the bird its name. The species is also commonly called the Mejiro in Japan.
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| Japanese White-eye (now called Warbling White-eye) |
Japanese White-eyes are small and agile. They typically measure around 10 to 12 centimeters in length. Their diet includes insects, nectar, and various fruits. They use their sharp beaks to feed on soft fruits and to catch small insects. These birds are active and often move quickly through trees and bushes in search of food.
The Japanese White-eye is known for its pleasant and soft calls. It is a social bird that often forms small flocks, especially outside of the breeding season. During breeding, pairs build small cup-shaped nests in trees or shrubs. The female usually lays two to five eggs. Both parents help in feeding the chicks after they hatch.
These birds are adaptable and can live in various habitats. They are found in forests, gardens, and even urban parks. Because of their attractive appearance and singing, they have sometimes been kept as pets in the past.
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| Warbling White-eye |
The Japanese White-eye has been introduced to other parts of the world, including Hawaii and some Pacific islands. In some areas, it has become invasive and may compete with native birds for food and nesting space.
In its native range, the Japanese White-eye plays a role in pollination and seed dispersal, especially in forest ecosystems. It is considered a species of least concern in terms of conservation status. However, changes in habitat and competition with other species can still affect local populations.
If you are interested in watching and photographing Japanese White-eye bird in Minahasa highland as well as a lot of other species of tropical birds of Sulawesi island, please, contact me (Charles Roring) by email to: peace4wp@gmail.com or by whatsapp to: +6281332245180.
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