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Kakawahie
Paroreomyza flammea
Kakawahie (Paroreomyza flammea) — Songbirds & Perching Birds of Oceans & Seabirds.
The Kakawahie (Paroreomyza flammea) is a member of the Fringillidae family found in Oceans & Seabirds. The IUCN Red List lists it as Extinct.
Conservation status
IUCN Red List (opens in a new tab)No reasonable doubt that the last individual has died.
Where it fits
- Class Aves
- Order Passeriformes
- Family Fringillidae Finches, Euphonias
- Genus Paroreomyza
- Species flammea
Quick facts
- Family
- Fringillidae
- Order
- Passeriformes
Biology & behaviour
The Kakawahie (Paroreomyza flammea) belongs to the Fringillidae family of the order Passeriformes. It occurs naturally across Oceans & Seabirds. Its distribution covers PO Molokai (Hawaiian Is.).
It is listed as Extinct on the IUCN Red List.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Kakawahie live?
The Kakawahie is found across Oceans & Seabirds with a range covering PO Molokai (Hawaiian Is.).
What family does the Kakawahie belong to?
The Kakawahie (Paroreomyza flammea) belongs to the Fringillidae family, in the order Passeriformes.
Is the Kakawahie endangered?
It is listed as Extinct on the IUCN Red List
Conservation
Every bird benefits from bird-safe windows, native plants, and keeping cats indoors. Small changes at home add up to real protection.
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