Canary White-eye
NameCanary White-eye
Common NameAustralian Yellow White-eye
Scientific NameZosterops luteus
FamilyZosteropidae
Wingspan (cm)17
Length (cm)12
Weight (g)12.5
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is predominantly bright yellow on the throat, breast, and belly, contrasting with an olive-green back, wings, and tail. A distinctive white eye-ring encircles the eye, and the lores are dark. The bill is slender and black.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include soft, high-pitched chirps, trills, and warbles, often used as contact calls within flocks.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatscoastal, forest, wetland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound along the coastal regions of northern Australia, from the Kimberley region of Western Australia across the Top End of the Northern Territory to Queensland.
Identifying Featuresprominent white eye-ring, bright yellow underparts, olive-green back, small size, slender black bill
Description
This small, active passerine is characterized by its bright yellow underparts and olive-green back. It is easily identified by the prominent white ring around its eyes and its slender, dark bill. They are often found foraging in small flocks.
