About the Ethiopian White-eye
The Ethiopian White-eye (Zosterops poliogastrus) 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 heuwhe2 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 poliogastrus |
| Species Codes | heuwhe2, ETWE, EWEY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Ethiopian White-eye belong to?
The Ethiopian White-eye (Zosterops poliogastrus) belongs to the White-eyes, Yuhinas, and Allies family (Zosteropidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Ethiopian White-eye?
The Ethiopian 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 Ethiopian White-eye sighting?
You can log sightings of Ethiopian White-eye on eBird (ebird.org) using species code heuwhe2, or on iNaturalist.