About the Hume's White-eye
The Hume's White-eye (Zosterops auriventer) 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 humwhe1 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 auriventer |
| Species Codes | humwhe1, HUWE, HWEY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Hume's White-eye belong to?
The Hume's White-eye (Zosterops auriventer) belongs to the White-eyes, Yuhinas, and Allies family (Zosteropidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Hume's White-eye?
The Hume's 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 Hume's White-eye sighting?
You can log sightings of Hume's White-eye on eBird (ebird.org) using species code humwhe1, or on iNaturalist.