Bokikokiko

Acrocephalus aequinoctialis

Reed Warblers and Allies · Passeriformes · Legendary

The Bokikokiko (Acrocephalus aequinoctialis) is a legendary reed warbler found only in Kiribati, weighing about 25 g. The bokikokiko, Kiritimati reed warbler or Christmas Island warbler is a species of warbler in the family Acrocephalidae.

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About the Bokikokiko

The bokikokiko, Kiritimati reed warbler or Christmas Island warbler is a species of warbler in the family Acrocephalidae. It is found only on Kiritimati and Washington Island (Kiribati).

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Where it lives

When to see it

Best months: January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November, with peak activity in July. It is a variable species across most of its range.

Easily confused with

Quick questions

What does a Bokikokiko look like?
The bokikokiko, Kiritimati reed warbler or Christmas Island warbler is a species of warbler in the family Acrocephalidae.
How big is a Bokikokiko?
The Bokikokiko is a small sized bird weighing about 25 g.
Where can you see a Bokikokiko?
The Bokikokiko is endemic to Kiribati, which is the only country where it occurs.
What birds look similar to a Bokikokiko?
The Bokikokiko is most easily confused with the Speckled Reed Warbler, the Millerbird and the Rimatara Reed Warbler.
Is the Bokikokiko endangered?
The Bokikokiko is listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.

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