Cape White-eye song and calls

Birdsong and calls are often the easiest way to identify the Cape White-eye, especially when the bird is hidden in dense foliage. Below is what to listen for.

Song

A characteristic, sweet, warbling, and melodious song, often described as a series of liquid trills and whistles. It is varied and can be quite complex, often delivered from a prominent perch.

Calls

Common calls include a soft, high-pitched 'pee-pee-pee' or 'twee-twee-twee' contact call, and a sharper 'chip' or 'tsip' alarm call. Flocks are often noisy with constant chattering.

When they vocalize

Vocalizes throughout the day, particularly active in the early morning and late afternoon. Song is most frequent during the breeding season.

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