Zosterops dehaani
The Morotai White-eye, *Zosterops dehaani*, is a charming and active passerine, endemic to the lush forests of Morotai Island in Indonesia. This diminutive bird typically measures around 11-12 cm in length and weighs a mere 9-12 grams, characterized by its bright olive-green upperparts, which transition to a vibrant yellow on the throat and belly, with slightly duskier olive flanks. Its most distinctive field mark, shared by its congeners, is the prominent, narrow white eye-ring that gives th...
Primarily inhabits lowland and hill primary and secondary forests, forest edges, and disturbed areas including gardens, typically up to elevations of about 1,000 meters.
Primarily insectivorous, feeding on small insects and their larvae, supplemented with nectar from various flowering plants and small fruits.
Morotai White-eyes are highly active, diurnal birds, frequently observed foraging in pairs or small, agile flocks, and often participating in mixed-species foraging parties. They employ a strategy of active gleaning, meticulously searching foliage for insects and larvae, and are also adept at pro...
The Morotai White-eye is strictly endemic to Morotai Island, situated in the North Maluku province of Indonesia, making its entire global distribution confined to this single island. This species is a year-round resident, exhibiting no migratory movements beyond local dispersal within its island ...
Least Concern
- The 'white-eye' family (Zosteropidae) is renowned for its rapid speciation and colonization abilities, especially on islands. - Despite being an island endemic, the Morotai White-eye maintains a stable population, a positive sign given widespread habitat degradation in insular ecosystems. - Its...