The Omao is Hawaii's most common native thrush, endemic to the Big Island. It is found in native ohia and tree fern forests above 3,500 feet elevation. It has a beautiful, flute-like song and is a key seed disperser for native Hawaiian forests. Populations are threatened by avian malaria and introduced predators.
Habitat
Native montane forests of Hawaii's Big Island above 3,500 feet elevation
Diet
Fruits, berries, and insects from native forest
How common
Uncommon
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