About the Banded White-eye
The Banded White-eye (Zosterops vellalavella) 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 baweye2 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 vellalavella |
| Species Codes | baweye2, VLWE, BWEY, BAWE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Banded White-eye belong to?
The Banded White-eye (Zosterops vellalavella) belongs to the White-eyes, Yuhinas, and Allies family (Zosteropidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Banded White-eye?
The Banded 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 Banded White-eye sighting?
You can log sightings of Banded White-eye on eBird (ebird.org) using species code baweye2, or on iNaturalist.