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Birdsong field guide

Oahu Amakihi

Chlorodrepanis flava

A small, vibrant Hawaiian honeycreeper, the Oahu Amakihi is one of the few native forest birds on the island that remains relatively common and widespread.

What it sounds like

A rapid, high-pitched monotone trill and a buzzy, questioning 'zeet' or 'tew' contact note.

Reference call, compare with what you heard

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Rec. Sean Erroll MacDonald · United StatesCC BY-NC-SA Xeno-canto

Field notes

It is one of the only native Hawaiian birds showing significant evidence of evolving resistance to avian malaria.
The species is sexually dimorphic, with males displaying bright yellow plumage while females are a duller olive-green.
It possesses a versatile, decurved bill used to forage for nectar, insects, and small fruits.
Unlike many other honeycreepers restricted to high elevations, it can be found in lowland suburban gardens and parks.
It was only recognized as a distinct species in 1995, having previously been considered a subspecies of the Common Amakihi.

Habitat

Native montane forests, wooded valleys, and residential areas with flowering trees.

Range

Endemic to the island of Oahu, Hawaii.

Similar & commonly confused birds

Hawaii AmakihiChlorodrepanis virens Kauai AmakihiChlorodrepanis stejnegeri

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