Hawaii Akepa
Hawaii Akepa (<em>Loxops coccineus</em>) is a species of Finches, Euphonias (<em>Fringillidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Overview
Hawaii Akepa (Loxops coccineus) is a species of Finches, Euphonias (Fringillidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Scientific Classification
Genus: Loxops; binomial: Loxops coccineus; authority: (Gmelin, JF, 1789).
Distribution
Breeding range: the Pacific Ocean.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
Island populations of the Akepa are recognized as separate species (NACC 2015-B-4c); add island name (Hawaii) to Akepa.
