Ula-ai-hawane
Ula-ai-hawane
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The Ula-ai-hawane was an extinct Hawaiian honeycreeper endemic to Hawaii Island. It was a large, colorful bird with bright crimson plumage and a unique, decurved bill, specialized in feeding on the flowers of the hāwane palm.
Where to spot
Historically endemic to the dry and mesic forests of Hawaii Island, particularly where hāwane palms (Pritchardia spp.) were abundant.
How to spot
Observation is no longer possible. Historically, it was identified by its brilliant crimson plumage, robust body, and distinctive decurved bill. It would have been found feeding on hāwane palm flowers.
When to spot
Last observed in 1892 and is considered extinct. It is no longer observable.
Where to spot
Historically endemic to the dry and mesic forests of Hawaii Island, particularly where hāwane palms (Pritchardia spp.) were abundant.
How to spot
Observation is no longer possible. Historically, it was identified by its brilliant crimson plumage, robust body, and distinctive decurved bill. It would have been found feeding on hāwane palm flowers.
When to spot
Last observed in 1892 and is considered extinct. It is no longer observable.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Its name, 'Ula-ai-hawane', translates to 'red-eating-hāwane', referring to its vibrant color and its specific dietary preference for the nectar and pollen of the hāwane palm flower.
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