The Lanai Thrush, also known as the Oloma'o, was a critically endangered or possibly extinct endemic Hawaiian thrush. It was a brownish thrush with a plain appearance.
Where to spot
Historically endemic to the island of Lanai, Hawaii, inhabiting montane forests, particularly gulches and ravines.
How to spot
This species is no longer reliably observable in the wild. Any potential observation would be of immense scientific significance, but is highly improbable.
When to spot
No longer reliably observable; last confirmed sighting was in 1933, though unconfirmed reports continued into the 1980s.
Where to spot
Historically endemic to the island of Lanai, Hawaii, inhabiting montane forests, particularly gulches and ravines.
How to spot
This species is no longer reliably observable in the wild. Any potential observation would be of immense scientific significance, but is highly improbable.
When to spot
No longer reliably observable; last confirmed sighting was in 1933, though unconfirmed reports continued into the 1980s.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
The decline of the Lanai Thrush was primarily attributed to habitat alteration, deforestation, and the introduction of alien predators and diseases.
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