About the Mauritius White-eye
The Mauritius White-eye (Zosterops chloronothos) 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 mauwhe1 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 chloronothos |
| Species Codes | mauwhe1, MOWE, MAWE, MWEY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mauritius White-eye belong to?
The Mauritius White-eye (Zosterops chloronothos) belongs to the White-eyes, Yuhinas, and Allies family (Zosteropidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Mauritius White-eye?
The Mauritius 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 Mauritius White-eye sighting?
You can log sightings of Mauritius White-eye on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mauwhe1, or on iNaturalist.