Two pretty little Silvereyes

Two Silvereyes perched on a twig, lending a touch of colour to the winter chill. Here’s one of them, showing the buff colouring on its front, under the wings. And, of course, that characteristic white-ringed eye:

Another view shows the olive green on the birds’ backs and wings:

Common name: Silvereye
Scientific name: Zosterops cornwalli
Length: 11-13 cm
Date spotted: 13 July 2024 (winter)
Location: Dobroyd Head, New South Wales, Australia: 33°48’36.1″S 151°16’24.1″E

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