About the Silvereye
The Silvereye (Zosterops lateralis) 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 silver3 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 lateralis |
| Species Codes | silver3, SILV |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Silvereye belong to?
The Silvereye (Zosterops lateralis) belongs to the White-eyes, Yuhinas, and Allies family (Zosteropidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Silvereye?
The Silvereye 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 Silvereye sighting?
You can log sightings of Silvereye on eBird (ebird.org) using species code silver3, or on iNaturalist.
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