Bokikokiko
Acrocephalus aequinoctialis
ENEndangered Endemic to Kiribati
- Family
- Reed Warblers and Allies (Acrocephalidae)
- Order
- Passeriformes
Overview
The bokikokiko, Kiritimati reed warbler or Christmas Island warbler (Acrocephalus aequinoctialis) is a species of warbler in the family Acrocephalidae. It is found only on Kiritimati and Washington Island (Kiribati).
The population size of the bokikokiko is estimated to be around 2500, with a decreasing population trend. The species is under threat from introduced species such as the pig and rat but especially the feral cat and climate change in relation to rising sea levels.
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Range and habitat
Sources and further reading
- Wikipedia: Bokikokiko
- eBird: sightings, maps and photos
- xeno-canto: sound recordings
- Birds of the World: full species account (subscription)
- BirdLife DataZone: status and threats
- IUCN Red List (threat status)
- AviList global checklist (taxonomy)
Last updated September 29, 2026.


