Bird · GBIF taxon 9300456
Swinhoe's White-eye
Zosterops japonicusAlso known as Japanese White-eye, Warbling White-eye, Mejiro
Warbling white-eyes are energetic social songbirds easily recognized by the bright ring of white feathers encircling each eye. Moving through treetops in restless flocks, they forage for insects, nectar, and small berries while maintaining constant high-pitched contact calls. Their sweet, musical songs and adaptability have long made them familiar visitors to urban gardens and parks across East Asia.
SongbirdSocialSmall
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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Diet & prey
- Insects
- Nectar
- Berries
Predators
- Domestic cats
- Snakes
- Small hawks
ThreatsHabitat clearance, pet trade capture, and extreme weather
HabitatsForests, orchards, gardens, and urban parks
Life span5–8 years
Size / weightNot available
Classification
- FamilyZosteropidae
- SpeciesZosterops japonicus
Range data is not available yet.
Interaction riskLow
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- Why interaction risk is low
- Safe to observe at a normal distance.
Responsible observation
- Spotting: Scan flowering trees and fruiting shrubs where small flocks gather to feed.
- Listening: Listen for thin, high-pitched contact calls and prolonged musical trills.
Close Relative Charles J. Sharp / CC BY-SA 4.0 · cc-by-sa
Close Relative
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