Palila
Palila
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The Palila is an endangered Hawaiian honeycreeper, unique for its strong, finch-like bill adapted to feed almost exclusively on the seeds of the mamane tree. Males are bright yellow-headed with gray backs.
Where to spot
Endangered and restricted to a specific zone of high-elevation mamane-naio dry forests on the slopes of Mauna Kea volcano on Hawaii Island.
How to spot
Focus on mamane trees within its designated habitat. Look for its bright yellow head and gray back. Listen for its distinct, often loud, whistling song and various chirps and whistles, especially around mamane pods.
When to spot
A year-round resident. Best observed in its mamane forest habitat during morning hours when feeding activity is highest. Observation often requires hiking and patience in its limited range.
Where to spot
Endangered and restricted to a specific zone of high-elevation mamane-naio dry forests on the slopes of Mauna Kea volcano on Hawaii Island.
How to spot
Focus on mamane trees within its designated habitat. Look for its bright yellow head and gray back. Listen for its distinct, often loud, whistling song and various chirps and whistles, especially around mamane pods.
When to spot
A year-round resident. Best observed in its mamane forest habitat during morning hours when feeding activity is highest. Observation often requires hiking and patience in its limited range.
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Credits:
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Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
The Palila's strong bill is powerful enough to crack open the tough pods of the mamane tree, extracting its protein-rich seeds, which form 90% of its diet.
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