About the Australian Yellow White-eye
The Australian Yellow White-eye (Zosterops luteus) is a species of bird in the White-eyes, Yuhinas, and Allies family (Zosteropidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 150 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code ayweye3 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | White-eyes, Yuhinas, and Allies (Zosteropidae) |
| Species | Zosterops luteus |
| Species Codes | ayweye3, AYWE, YWEY, YEWE, CAWE, CWEY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Australian Yellow White-eye belong to?
The Australian Yellow White-eye (Zosterops luteus) belongs to the White-eyes, Yuhinas, and Allies family (Zosteropidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Australian Yellow White-eye?
The Australian Yellow White-eye is a member of the White-eyes, Yuhinas, and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Australian Yellow White-eye sighting?
You can log sightings of Australian Yellow White-eye on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ayweye3, or on iNaturalist.
