Kirk's White-eye is an endemic species to the island of Mayotte in the Comoros archipelago. This small bird is characterized by its bright yellow underparts and the family's signature white eye-ring.
Where to spot
Found exclusively on Mayotte Island, Comoros, inhabiting forests, woodlands, and gardens.
How to spot
Search for small, active, yellow-bellied birds with a white eye-ring, often seen in small flocks. Listen for their high-pitched, twittering calls.
When to spot
Active year-round, with peak foraging in the mornings and late afternoons.
Where to spot
Found exclusively on Mayotte Island, Comoros, inhabiting forests, woodlands, and gardens.
How to spot
Search for small, active, yellow-bellied birds with a white eye-ring, often seen in small flocks. Listen for their high-pitched, twittering calls.
When to spot
Active year-round, with peak foraging in the mornings and late afternoons.
Named after Sir John Kirk, a British naturalist, this species is a vibrant component of Mayotte's unique avifauna, which includes several island endemics.
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