The Moheli white-eye is a species of bird in the family Zosteropidae.
Region
Comoro Islands
Typical Environment
Occurs only on Mohéli, using tropical moist forest, forest edge, secondary growth, and wooded gardens. It forages through the mid-story and canopy, often moving with mixed-species parties. The species tolerates some habitat modification but requires patches of shrubbery and trees for nesting and feeding. Riparian thickets and plantation mosaics with native trees are also used when available.
Altitude Range
Sea level to 790 m
Climate Zone
Tropical
Ease of Keeping
Beginner friendly: 1/5
The Moheli white-eye is a tiny, active passerine in the family Zosteropidae, confined to the island of Mohéli in the Comoros. Like many white-eyes, it has a conspicuous white eye-ring and forages in small, busy flocks through shrubs and forest edges. It likely adapts to a range of wooded habitats but remains vulnerable due to its very small range. Habitat loss and degradation are the main concerns on its home island.
Temperament
social and active
Flight Pattern
short rapid wingbeats
Social Behavior
Typically travels in small, chattering flocks and sometimes joins mixed-species foraging groups. Breeding pairs are likely monogamous, building small cup nests suspended in shrubs or low trees. Nesting occurs in dense foliage where both parents participate in care. Outside the breeding season, flocks move widely through suitable habitat patches.
Migratory Pattern
Resident
Song Description
A fast, thin series of high-pitched twitters and trills, often delivered in short bursts. Contact calls are sharp, squeaky notes exchanged frequently as flocks forage.
