About the Yellowish White-eye
The Yellowish White-eye (Zosterops nigrorum) 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 yelwhe1 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 nigrorum |
| Species Codes | yelwhe1, YEWE, YWEY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellowish White-eye belong to?
The Yellowish White-eye (Zosterops nigrorum) belongs to the White-eyes, Yuhinas, and Allies family (Zosteropidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Yellowish White-eye?
The Yellowish 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 Yellowish White-eye sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellowish White-eye on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yelwhe1, or on iNaturalist.