Akikiki
Oreomystis bairdi
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Critically Endangered
Wingspan
13.4 cm
Weight
14.316666666666668 g
Family
Fringillidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Akikiki is a critically endangered Hawaiian creeper weighing about 14 g with a wingspan near 13 cm. Endemic to the forests of Kauai, it creeps along tree trunks and branches searching for insects, and faces severe threats from introduced diseases and predators.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.4 cm | 5.3 in |
| Weight | 14.316666666666668 g | 0.51 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Critically Endangered
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 13-20 days. Fledging: 16-23 days.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Fringillidae (Finches) |
| Genus | Oreomystis |
| Species | Oreomystis bairdi |
Distribution
Akikiki has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Akikiki endangered?
The Akikiki has a conservation status of Critically Endangered.
How does the Akikiki nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 13-20 days. Fledging: 16-23 days.
How big is the Akikiki?
The Akikiki has a wingspan of 13.4 cm, weight of 14.316666666666668 g.
What order and family does the Akikiki belong to?
The Akikiki (Oreomystis bairdi) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Fringillidae.
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