About the Capped White-eye
The capped white-eye is a species of bird in the family Zosteropidae. It is found in New Guinea. Its natural habitat is in subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. It has a white eye ring, round wings, and strong legs. The capped white-eyes are sociable and live in large flocks. The Oya Tabu white-eye of the D'Entrecasteaux Islands has sometimes been considered to be a distinct species.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | White-eyes, Yuhinas, and Allies (Zosteropidae) |
| Species | Zosterops fuscicapilla |
| Species Codes | capwhe3, CTWE, CWEY, CAWE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Capped White-eye belong to?
The Capped White-eye (Zosterops fuscicapilla) belongs to the White-eyes, Yuhinas, and Allies family (Zosteropidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Capped White-eye?
The capped white-eye is a species of bird in the family Zosteropidae. It is found in New Guinea. Its natural habitat is in subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. It has a white eye ring, round wings, and strong legs. The capped white-eyes are sociable and live in large flocks. The Oya Tabu w...
Where can I report a Capped White-eye sighting?
You can log sightings of Capped White-eye on eBird (ebird.org) using species code capwhe3, or on iNaturalist.
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