About the Bonin White-eye
The Bonin White-eye (Apalopteron familiare) 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 bonhon1 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 | Apalopteron familiare |
| Species Codes | bonhon1, BOWE, BWEY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bonin White-eye belong to?
The Bonin White-eye (Apalopteron familiare) belongs to the White-eyes, Yuhinas, and Allies family (Zosteropidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Bonin White-eye?
The Bonin 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 Bonin White-eye sighting?
You can log sightings of Bonin White-eye on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bonhon1, or on iNaturalist.