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Biak White-eye
Zosterops mysorensis
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
11.8 cm
Weight
15.0 g
Family
Zosteropidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Biak White-eye is a near-threatened small passerine endemic to Biak Island in West Papua, Indonesia. It has olive-green plumage with the characteristic white eye-ring of white-eyes. It forages in forest canopy and edges for insects, nectar, and small fruits, and is restricted to its small island range.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 11.8 cm | 4.6 in |
| Weight | 15.0 g | 0.53 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Zosteropidae (White-eyes) |
| Genus | Zosterops |
| Species | Zosterops mysorensis |
Distribution
Biak White-eye has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Biak White-eye endangered?
The Biak White-eye has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How big is the Biak White-eye?
The Biak White-eye has a wingspan of 11.8 cm, weight of 15.0 g.
What order and family does the Biak White-eye belong to?
The Biak White-eye (Zosterops mysorensis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Zosteropidae.
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