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Mauritius Olive White-eye
Zosterops chloronothos
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Critically Endangered
Wingspan
10.5 cm
Weight
8.25 g
Family
Zosteropidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 10.5 cm | 4.1 in |
| Weight | 8.25 g | 0.29 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Critically Endangered
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12-13 days. Fledging: 14 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Zosteropidae (White-eyes) |
| Genus | Zosterops |
| Species | Zosterops chloronothos |
Distribution
Mauritius Olive White-eye has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Mauritius Olive White-eye endangered?
The Mauritius Olive White-eye has a conservation status of Critically Endangered.
How does the Mauritius Olive White-eye nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12-13 days. Fledging: 14 days.
How big is the Mauritius Olive White-eye?
The Mauritius Olive White-eye has a wingspan of 10.5 cm, weight of 8.25 g.
What order and family does the Mauritius Olive White-eye belong to?
The Mauritius Olive White-eye (Zosterops chloronothos) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Zosteropidae.
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