ʻAkohekohe
Palmeria dolei
Extremely high risk of extinction
Source: IUCN Red List
About the ʻAkohekohe
The ʻakohekohe (Palmeria dolei) or crested honeycreeper is a species of Hawaiian honeycreeper. It is endemic to the island of Maui in Hawaiʻi. Its natural habitat is wet forests dominated by koa (Acacia koa) and ʻōhiʻa lehua (Metrosideros polymorpha) on the windward side of Haleakalā at elevations of 4,200 to 7,100 feet (1,300 to 2,200 m). It is the largest honeycreeper on the island at 6.5 to 7 inches (17 to 18 cm) in length. The adults are...
Key Facts
- Critically endangered - one of the rarest animals on Earth!
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the ʻAkohekohe?
The scientific name of the ʻAkohekohe is Palmeria dolei.
Is the ʻAkohekohe endangered?
The ʻAkohekohe is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
How many ʻAkohekohe sightings have been recorded?
8 observations of the ʻAkohekohe have been recorded on iNaturalist.
