About the Maui Parrotbill
The kiwikiu or Maui parrotbill is a species of Hawaiian honeycreeper endemic to the island of Maui in Hawaii. It can only be found in 50 square kilometres (19 sq mi) of mesic and wet forests at 1,200–2,150 metres (3,940–7,050 ft) on the windward slopes of Haleakalā. This species is critically endangered, with an estimated population in 2016 of 250-540 individuals, but more recent estimates of less than 150 individuals. Fossil evidence indicates that the bird could at one time be seen in dry forests at elevations as low as 200–300 metres (660–980 ft), as well as on the island of Molokaʻi.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Finches, Euphonias, and Allies (Fringillidae) |
| Species | Pseudonestor xanthophrys |
| Species Codes | maupar, MAPA |
| Conservation | CR Critically Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Maui Parrotbill belong to?
The Maui Parrotbill (Pseudonestor xanthophrys) belongs to the Finches, Euphonias, and Allies family (Fringillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Maui Parrotbill?
The Maui Parrotbill is classified as "Critically Endangered" (CR) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Maui Parrotbill?
The kiwikiu or Maui parrotbill is a species of Hawaiian honeycreeper endemic to the island of Maui in Hawaii. It can only be found in 50 square kilometres (19 sq mi) of mesic and wet forests at 1,200–2,150 metres (3,940–7,050 ft) on the windward slopes of Haleakalā. This species is critically endang...
Where can I report a Maui Parrotbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Maui Parrotbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code maupar, or on iNaturalist.
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