Binomial name :Oreomystis bairdi
The akikiki (Oreomystis bairdi), also called the Kauai creeper, is a critically endangered Hawaiian honeycreeper endemic to Kauai, Hawaii. It is the only member of the genus Oreomystis. Of the Hawaiian birds known to be extant, it is thought to be the most endangered, with only 454 wild individuals known as of  2018. A survey report in 2021 estimated the population at 45 with a 5 percent annual decrease, and in July 2023 the remaining number of wild birds was estimated to be just 5 individuals. This species is predicted to be extinct in the wild in 2023.
RELATED SPECIES
Black Crake (Zapornia flavirostris): A small, adaptable rail found in wetlands, with a similar body shape and foraging behavior.
Purple Swamphen (Porphyrio porphyrio): A larger, colorful bird found in wetland areas, known for its striking blue plumage and red bill.
 American Coot (Fulica americana): A common waterbird with a distinctive white bill and a rounded body, often found in freshwater habitats.
 Sora (Porzana carolina): A small, secretive rail that inhabits marshes and wetlands, recognized for its distinctive call.
Baillon's Crake (Zapornia pusilla): A small and elusive rail found in reed beds, known for its cryptic coloration and shy behavior.
 Gallinule (Gallinula chloropus): A common rail species with a greenish-black body and a prominent frontal shield, often seen in marshes.
DESCRIPTION
The akikiki is small (13 cm length; 12-17 g mass), The most distinctive feature of the Akiki is its striking white brow, which contrasts with its generally brown plumage. The upper parts of its body are brown and mottled, providing excellent camouflage in its natural habitat. Its underparts are lighter, with a grayish tone. The bird has a stout body, long legs, and a short, pointed bill, which it uses to forage for food.
