Abyssinian Citril vs Akohekohe

Crithagra citrinelloides compared with Palmeria dolei

Side-by-Side Comparison

Attribute Abyssinian Citril Akohekohe
Scientific Name Crithagra citrinelloides Palmeria dolei
Order Passeriformes Passeriformes
Family Fringillidae Fringillidae
Conservation Status Least Concern Critically Endangered
Length
Wingspan 13.3 cm (5.2 in) 18.3 cm (7.2 in)
Weight 13.899999999999999 g (0.49 oz) 26.525 g (0.94 oz)
Diet -- --
Clutch Size 2-4 1-2
Population Trend

Habitat Comparison

Shared Habitats

Abyssinian Citril only

Akohekohe only

None

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Abyssinian Citril

Critically Endangered

Akohekohe

About These Birds

Abyssinian Citril

The Abyssinian Citril is a small finch weighing around 14g found in the highlands of Ethiopia and Eritrea. It frequents forest edges and scrubby hillsides, feeding on seeds and insects.

Akohekohe

The Akohekohe, or Crested Honeycreeper, is a critically endangered Hawaiian bird weighing about 27 g with a wingspan near 18 cm. Endemic to the windward slopes of Haleakala on Maui, it is recognised by its spectacular white-tufted crest and striking orange nape, feeding primarily on nectar from native flowers.

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