About the Christmas Island White-eye
The Christmas Island White-eye (Zosterops natalis) 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 ciweye2 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 natalis |
| Species Codes | ciweye2, CHWE, CWEY, CIWE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Christmas Island White-eye belong to?
The Christmas Island White-eye (Zosterops natalis) belongs to the White-eyes, Yuhinas, and Allies family (Zosteropidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Christmas Island White-eye?
The Christmas Island 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 Christmas Island White-eye sighting?
You can log sightings of Christmas Island White-eye on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ciweye2, or on iNaturalist.