The silvereye

January 2017

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An adult silvereye displaying its distinguishing white eye ring. Photo: Matthew Winter
This bird is an ally of fruit growers everywhere. THE SILVEREYE (tauhou) is self introduced, making this delightful little bird a native to New Zealand. They are now one of New Zealand’s most abundant and widespread bird species. They are found throughout New Zealand from sea level right up to about 1200m altitude, inhabiting urban areas, […]
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