ʻApapane

ʻApapane

Himatione sanguinea

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Fringillidae

About

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.

Fun Fact

Apapane are the most abundant honeycreeper species with the largest range.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in native mesic and wet forests dominated by ʻōhiʻa and koa trees.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance