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Black-fronted White-eye
Zosterops chrysolaemus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
11.2 cm
Weight
11.0 g
Family
Zosteropidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Black-fronted White-eye is a small, active white-eye with olive-green plumage, a distinctive black forehead, and yellowish underparts. It is endemic to a few islands in the Solomon Islands group, inhabiting forest interiors, forest edges, and secondary vegetation. Like other white-eyes, it feeds on insects, nectar, and small fruits, moving energetically through the canopy in small flocks.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 11.2 cm | 4.4 in |
| Weight | 11.0 g | 0.39 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Zosteropidae (White-eyes) |
| Genus | Zosterops |
| Species | Zosterops chrysolaemus |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Black-fronted White-eye endangered?
The Black-fronted White-eye has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Black-fronted White-eye?
The Black-fronted White-eye has a wingspan of 11.2 cm, weight of 11.0 g.
What order and family does the Black-fronted White-eye belong to?
The Black-fronted White-eye (Zosterops chrysolaemus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Zosteropidae.
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