About the Golden White-eye
The Golden White-eye (Cleptornis marchei) 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 goweye1 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 | Cleptornis marchei |
| Species Codes | goweye1, GWEY, GOWE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Golden White-eye belong to?
The Golden White-eye (Cleptornis marchei) belongs to the White-eyes, Yuhinas, and Allies family (Zosteropidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Golden White-eye?
The Golden 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 Golden White-eye sighting?
You can log sightings of Golden White-eye on eBird (ebird.org) using species code goweye1, or on iNaturalist.