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Maui Parrotbill - Endangered!
The Maui Parrotbill is named not because it is a relative of parrots,
but because of its strong, parrot-like bill. The thick neck muscles
of this unique and rare honeycreeper allow the bird to use its bill like
a can opener, prying open twigs, small branches and other plant material
in search of insects and grubs.
Found only in the East Maui Watershed,
the population of Maui Parrotbills is estimated at around 500 individuals.
A few individuals have been routinely sited during interpretive
hikes in Waikamoi Preserve. Maui Parrotbills can be seen amongst Maui
'Alauahio flocks. They are easily distinguished by their large beaks and
the light stripe above the eye.
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