About the Apapane
The ʻapapane is a small, crimson species of Hawaiian honeycreeper endemic to the Hawaiian Islands. They are the most abundant and widely distributed honeycreeper and are found on the islands of Hawaiʻi, Maui, Lānaʻi, Kauaʻi, Molokaʻi and Oʻahu.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Finches, Euphonias, and Allies (Fringillidae) |
| Species | Himatione sanguinea |
| Species Codes | apapan, APAP |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Apapane belong to?
The Apapane (Himatione sanguinea) belongs to the Finches, Euphonias, and Allies family (Fringillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Apapane?
The Apapane is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by NatureServe.
How can I identify the Apapane?
The ʻapapane is a small, crimson species of Hawaiian honeycreeper endemic to the Hawaiian Islands. They are the most abundant and widely distributed honeycreeper and are found on the islands of Hawaiʻi, Maui, Lānaʻi, Kauaʻi, Molokaʻi and Oʻahu....
Where can I report a Apapane sighting?
You can log sightings of Apapane on eBird (ebird.org) using species code apapan, or on iNaturalist.
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