Yellow-throated White-eye

The Yellow-throated White-eye, known scientifically as Zosterops metcalfii, is a charming bird belonging to the Zosteropidae family. This avian species graces the Solomon Islands archipelago with its presence, including Bougainville, Choiseul, Santa Isabel, and Nggela Islands.

Identification Tips

While the guide does not provide specific identification tips, one can infer from the name that this bird likely features a distinctive yellow throat and the characteristic white eye-ring that is a hallmark of the white-eye family.

Habitat

The Yellow-throated White-eye is native to the Solomon Islands archipelago, suggesting it inhabits tropical or subtropical environments within these islands.

Distribution

This species is found across several islands within the Solomon Islands archipelago, indicating a distribution that spans Bougainville, Choiseul, Santa Isabel, and Nggela Islands.

Conservation status

The IUCN Red List has classified the Yellow-throated White-eye as Least Concern, which suggests that, for now, this species is not at immediate risk of decline. However, continuous monitoring is essential to ensure it remains out of danger.