Mauritius Olive White-eye

Zosterops chloronothos

Conservation Status

Critically Endangered

Aves · Passeriformes · Zosteropidae

About

The Mauritius olive white-eye is a very rare and localized passerine from the family of white-eyes (Zosteropidae). It is one of two white-eye species endemic to the island of Mauritius, the other being the Mauritius grey white-eye.

Fun Fact

The Mauritius olive white-eye is one of the rarest birds on Mauritius.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to the island of Mauritius, the other being the Mauritius grey white-eye.

Diet

Diet consists of nectar and insects.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Destruction
Pollution
Invasive Species
Over-Collection
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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