About the Laysan Honeycreeper
The Laysan Honeycreeper (Himatione fraithii) is a species of bird in the Finches, Euphonias, and Allies family (Fringillidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 236 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code apapan2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Finches, Euphonias, and Allies (Fringillidae) |
| Species | Himatione fraithii |
| Species Codes | apapan2, LAYH, LAHO |
| Conservation | extinct |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Laysan Honeycreeper belong to?
The Laysan Honeycreeper (Himatione fraithii) belongs to the Finches, Euphonias, and Allies family (Fringillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Laysan Honeycreeper?
The Laysan Honeycreeper is a member of the Finches, Euphonias, and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Laysan Honeycreeper sighting?
You can log sightings of Laysan Honeycreeper on eBird (ebird.org) using species code apapan2, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Finches, Euphonias, and Allies 236 species
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