A distinct new species ofZosteropswhite‐eye from the Sulawesi region, Indonesia

We describe a new species of Zosterops white‐eye, which is restricted to Wangi‐wangi, a single island of roughly 155 km 2 in the Wakatobi Archipelago, Indonesia. Informally known as the Wangi‐wangi White‐eye, the new species is highly distinct both morphologically and genetically. It is considerably larger in body and bill size compared with other regional Zosterops species. The Wangi‐wangi White‐eye remains locally common but its habitat is dwindling. Given its minute area of occupancy and the threat from the bird trade, we recommend the IUCN status Endangered.