Hawaii Elepaio
A species of 'Elepaios Scientific name : Chasiempis sandwichensis Genus : 'Elepaios
Hawaii Elepaio, A species of 'Elepaios
Botanical name: Chasiempis sandwichensis
Genus: 'Elepaios
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Description General Info
Photo By Steve McInnis 
Description
The Hawaiʻi ʻelepaio (Chasiempis sandwichensis), also Hawaiian ʻelepaio, is a monarch flycatcher found on the Big Island of Hawaii. Until 2010, all three ʻelepaio species, the Kauaʻi ʻelepaio (C. sclateri), the Oʻahu ʻelepaio (C. ibidis) and this species were considered conspecific. 
Size
13 - 23 cm
Life Expectancy
18 years
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Hawaii Elepaio primarily eats arthropods, insects, and spiders, using adept foraging techniques to pick prey from foliage. This bird uniquely adapts to a variety of habitats, showing a strong dietary flexibility and preference for certain invertebrates.
Habitat
Hawaii Elepaio primarily resides in wet to mesic forests at high elevations, favoring dense 'Ohi‘a-Koa canopies. Beyond its primary habitat, hawaii Elepaio adapts to second-growth Koa plantations, mesic forests, and drier woodlands. The species also inhabits disturbed forests and adjusts nest height when necessary. While less common in arid areas, hawaii Elepaio occupies Mamani–Naio woodlands at certain altitudes.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Photo By Steve McInnis 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Monarchs Genus
'Elepaios Species
Hawaii Elepaio 
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