Samoan White-eye
Zosterops samoensis
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
The Samoan White-eye faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as native forests are cleared for agriculture and urban development across its limited range in Samoa. Introduced predators, particularly rats and cats, pose significant threats to nesting birds and their eggs. The species' small population size and restricted distribution make it highly vulnerable to cyclones and other extreme weather events that can devastate remaining habitat patches.
Habitat
The Samoan White-eye inhabits native montane forests and forest edges on the islands of Upolu and Savai'i in Samoa. It prefers dense canopy areas with native flowering trees and shrubs, typically found at elevations between 300-1,500 meters where remnant forest patches persist.
Other threatened species in Zosteropidae
Frequently asked questions
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