Canary Islands White-eye

Zosterops chloris

The Canary Islands White-eye (Zosterops chloris) is a small passerine bird native to the Canary Islands. It is characterized by its distinctive white eye-ring, olive-green upperparts, and yellow underparts. This species is known for its acrobatic foraging behavior, often seen flitting through the foliage in search of insects, nectar, and fruits. The Canary Islands White-eye inhabits a variety of habitats including laurel forests, pine woodlands, and gardens. It is a sociable and vocal bird, often found in small flocks. Despite facing threats from habitat loss and introduced predators, the conservation status of the Canary Islands White-eye is currently listed as Least Concern by the IUCN.

Habitat: Forests, woodlands, gardens