About the Plain White-eye
The Plain White-eye (Zosterops hypolais) 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 plweye1 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 hypolais |
| Species Codes | plweye1, YPWE, PWEY, PLWE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Plain White-eye belong to?
The Plain White-eye (Zosterops hypolais) belongs to the White-eyes, Yuhinas, and Allies family (Zosteropidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Plain White-eye?
The Plain 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 Plain White-eye sighting?
You can log sightings of Plain White-eye on eBird (ebird.org) using species code plweye1, or on iNaturalist.