The Laysan Apapane was an extinct Hawaiian honeycreeper endemic to Laysan Island in the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands. It was a smaller, paler relative of the widespread Apapane, adapted to its specific island environment.
Where to spot
Historically endemic to the low-lying scrub and open sandy areas of Laysan Island, Northwestern Hawaiian Islands.
How to spot
Observation is no longer possible. Historically, it would have been identified by its smaller size and paler crimson plumage compared to the common Apapane, found foraging among low shrubs for insects and nectar.
When to spot
Last definitively observed in 1923 and is considered extinct. It is no longer observable.
Where to spot
Historically endemic to the low-lying scrub and open sandy areas of Laysan Island, Northwestern Hawaiian Islands.
How to spot
Observation is no longer possible. Historically, it would have been identified by its smaller size and paler crimson plumage compared to the common Apapane, found foraging among low shrubs for insects and nectar.
When to spot
Last definitively observed in 1923 and is considered extinct. It is no longer observable.
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This species was part of the unique ecosystem of Laysan Island, which suffered catastrophic environmental degradation due to introduced rabbits in the early 20th century.
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