About the Stitchbird
The stitchbird or hihi is a honeyeater-like bird endemic to the North Island and adjacent offshore islands of New Zealand. Its evolutionary relationships have long puzzled ornithologists, but it is now classed as the only member of its own family, the Notiomystidae. It is rare, being extirpated everywhere except Little Barrier Island, but has been reintroduced to two other island sanctuaries and four locations on the North Island mainland. Current population estimations for mature individuals in the wild are 2,500–3,400.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Stitchbird (Notiomystidae) |
| Species | Notiomystis cincta |
| Species Codes | stitch1, STIT |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Stitchbird belong to?
The Stitchbird (Notiomystis cincta) belongs to the Stitchbird family (Notiomystidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Stitchbird?
The Stitchbird is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Stitchbird?
The stitchbird or hihi is a honeyeater-like bird endemic to the North Island and adjacent offshore islands of New Zealand. Its evolutionary relationships have long puzzled ornithologists, but it is now classed as the only member of its own family, the Notiomystidae. It is rare, being extirpated ever...
Where can I report a Stitchbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Stitchbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code stitch1, or on iNaturalist.
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