Neomixis viridis
The Green Jery, *Neomixis viridis*, is a vibrant, small passerine bird endemic to the humid forests of Madagascar, renowned for its striking emerald and lemon plumage. Measuring approximately 11-12 cm (4.3-4.7 in) in length and weighing around 7-10 grams, it exhibits olive-green upperparts, brilliant yellow underparts extending from the belly to the undertail coverts, and a contrasting white throat. A subtle pale supercilium or eye-ring often provides a distinctive field mark against its dark...
Found primarily in humid evergreen forest, including primary and mature secondary growth, from sea level up to approximately 1,800 meters (5,900 feet) in elevation.
Primarily insectivorous, feeding on a wide range of small insects, larvae, and other invertebrates gleaned from foliage and bark.
The Green Jery is a highly active, diurnal species, constantly on the move through the forest understory and mid-story. It employs an acrobatic foraging strategy, gleaning insects and other small invertebrates from leaves, twigs, and bark, often hanging upside down to access prey. While generally...
The Green Jery is strictly endemic to the island of Madagascar, where it is a resident species throughout its range. It is found predominantly in the humid eastern and central parts of the island. Three subspecies are recognized, each with a distinct distribution: *Neomixis viridis viridis* inhab...
Least Concern
- The Green Jery is one of only three species in the genus *Neomixis*, all of which are endemic to Madagascar. - It belongs to the unique family Bernieridae, the Malagasy Warblers, a group of birds found nowhere else on Earth. - Despite its 'jery' name, it's not closely related to the true Old Wo...