Silvereye (Zosterops lateralis lateralis) - 20240302-10
Tiny bird with an obvious pale eyering. Subspecies vary in plumage; most have a green head, green lores (area between bill and eye), yellowish throat, gray (or green) back, pale gray underparts, and green wings and tail. The migratory Tasmanian subspecies has brownish flanks. Rather common, seen in small flocks that feed in bushes and shrubs in the mid-story. The only species of white-eye over much of its range. (eBird)
---------------
Another tiny Australasian bird, far more frequently heard than seen. This pair, however, was totally oblivious to my presence as they indulged in some pair bonding and allo-preening. By far the the best views that I've ever had of this pretty bird.
Featured in Flickr Weekly Snapshots, May 3, 2024 (#1 of 8)
Victoria Domain Road, Marlborough, New Zealand. March 2024.
Roadrunner Birding Tours.