Small Lifou White-eye
Zosterops minutus
The Small Lifou White-eye (Zosterops minutus) is a legendary white-eyes, yuhinas, and alli found only in New Caledonia, weighing about 11 g. The small Lifou white-eye, also known as the sulphur white-eye, is a species of bird in the family Zosteropidae.
About the Small Lifou White-eye
The small Lifou white-eye, also known as the sulphur white-eye, is a species of bird in the family Zosteropidae. It is endemic to the island of Lifou in New Caledonia.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: January, March, May, July, August, September, October, November, December, with peak activity in November. It is a variable species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Small Lifou White-eye look like?
- The small Lifou white-eye, also known as the sulphur white-eye, is a species of bird in the family Zosteropidae.
- How big is a Small Lifou White-eye?
- The Small Lifou White-eye is a tiny sized bird weighing about 11 g.
- Where can you see a Small Lifou White-eye?
- The Small Lifou White-eye is endemic to New Caledonia, which is the only country where it occurs.
- What birds look similar to a Small Lifou White-eye?
- The Small Lifou White-eye is most easily confused with the Biak White-eye, the Kai Kecil White-eye and the Rota White-eye.
- Is the Small Lifou White-eye endangered?
- The Small Lifou White-eye is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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