Oʻahu ʻAmakihi
NameOʻahu ʻAmakihi
Common NameOʻahu ʻAmakihi
Scientific NameChlorodrepanis flava
FamilyFringillidae
Wingspan (cm)17
Length (cm)11
Weight (g)13
Plumage DetailsMales are predominantly bright yellowish-green, with a slightly darker olive-green back and wings, and brighter yellow-green on the head and underparts. They feature distinct dark lores (area between the eye and bill). Females are similar but generally duller in coloration, and juveniles are even more subdued.
Vocalization / CallThe Oʻahu ʻAmakihi has a varied repertoire of vocalizations, including short 'chip' or 'tew' calls and a longer, trilled 'tseee-tseee-tseee'. Its song is typically a series of clear, whistled notes, often described as a cheerful, warbling melody.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is endemic to the island of Oʻahu in Hawaiʻi, where it can be found in native and mixed forests, from sea level up to the highest elevations.
Identifying Featuresyellowish-green plumage, short, decurved bill, dark lores, small size, endemic to Oʻahu
Description
The Oʻahu ʻAmakihi is a small, active Hawaiian honeycreeper characterized by its yellowish-green plumage and a short, decurved bill. It is an adaptable species, foraging for both nectar from various flowers and insects found on trees and shrubs. This bird is endemic to the island of Oʻahu, where it inhabits a range of forest types.
