© Janos Olah
© Peter Kaestner
© Peter Kaestner
© Peter Kaestner

Kosrae White-eye Zosterops cinereus

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Identification

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Small ash-gray warbler-like bird, endemic to the Micronesian island of Kosrae. Combination of uniform coloration, size, and pale eye-ring makes this species unique on the island. Forages in a range of wooded habitats, from mangroves to remnant native rainforest. Much like other white-eyes, often forages in active, fast-moving flocks, but can also be encountered singly or in pairs. Gives squeaky chirruping calls rather similar to those made by sparrows or small parakeets.

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