About the Iiwi
The ʻiʻiwi or scarlet honeycreeper, is a species of Hawaiian honeycreeper. The ʻiʻiwi is a highly recognizable symbol of Hawaii.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Finches, Euphonias, and Allies (Fringillidae) |
| Species | Drepanis coccinea |
| Species Codes | iiwi, IIWI |
| Conservation | threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Iiwi belong to?
The Iiwi (Drepanis coccinea) belongs to the Finches, Euphonias, and Allies family (Fringillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Iiwi?
The ʻiʻiwi or scarlet honeycreeper, is a species of Hawaiian honeycreeper. The ʻiʻiwi is a highly recognizable symbol of Hawaii....
Where can I report a Iiwi sighting?
You can log sightings of Iiwi on eBird (ebird.org) using species code iiwi, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Finches, Euphonias, and Allies 236 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
236
Species in Family
1,416
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