About the Hawaii Amakihi
The Hawaii Amakihi (Chlorodrepanis virens) is a species of bird in the Finches, Euphonias, and Allies family (Fringillidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 236 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code hawama when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Finches, Euphonias, and Allies (Fringillidae) |
| Species | Chlorodrepanis virens |
| Species Codes | hawama, HAAM |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Hawaii Amakihi belong to?
The Hawaii Amakihi (Chlorodrepanis virens) belongs to the Finches, Euphonias, and Allies family (Fringillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Hawaii Amakihi?
The Hawaii Amakihi is a member of the Finches, Euphonias, and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Hawaii Amakihi sighting?
You can log sightings of Hawaii Amakihi on eBird (ebird.org) using species code hawama, or on iNaturalist.