Southern White-eyes

Apalis argentea

The Southern White-eyes (Apalis argentea) are small, insect-eating birds found in the woodlands and savannas of southern Africa. They are known for their distinctive white eye-ring and olive-green upperparts. These social birds are often seen in small flocks, foraging for insects and nectar in the canopy. They build cup-shaped nests using grass and spider webs, and are known for their melodious, high-pitched calls. The Southern White-eyes play a vital role in controlling insect populations and are important pollinators of flowering plants in their habitat.

Habitat: Woodlands and savannas