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October 2020
Wanderers and Migrants in Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument
This presentation focuses on the amazing wanderers and migrants that can be found in Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument. Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument is the largest contiguous fully protected conservation area under the U.S. flag, and one of the largest marine conservation areas in the world. It encompasses 582,578 square miles of the Pacific Ocean (1,508,870 square kilometers) - an area larger than all the country's national parks combined. It is home to over 14 million seabirds representing 22 species that…
Find out more »Tracking the Endangered ‘Akiapōlā‘au
‘Akiapōlā‘au (‘Aki's) are endemic and endangered honeycreepers found in koa forests on Hawaii Island. One population of ‘Akis in Pu‘u Maka‘ala Natural Area Reserve is being monitored closely by a conservation bird team. The team hopes to discover and document homeranges, breeding season, and particular behaviors unique to these special birds. Watch to find out more about the ‘Akiapōlā‘au and how tracking is conducted using radio telemetry. About the Presenters Alex Wang Alex Wang is the Ornithological Specialist working with…
Find out more »Bringing Extinction to Life
Behind the scenes talk-story about the book, Manu, the Boy Who Loved Birds with author/artist Caren Loebel-Fried, Joel Cosseboom of UH Press, and special guest Thane Pratt. "An extinct bird comes to life in art and story, for the future of native species" Manu, the Boy Who Loved Birds is a story about extinction, conservation, and culture, told through a child’s experience and curiosity. Readers learn along with Manu about the extinct honeyeater for which he was named, his Hawaiian heritage,…
Find out more »All About Albatross
A photo, video and art journey all about the albatross. Learn some interesting albatross facts, how to help albatross thrive, and even how to make a block print! About the Presenter Photo Credit: Neil Fried Caren Loebel-Fried, Artist and Author Caren Loebel-Fried is an award-winning author and artist from Volcano, Hawai`i. Birds, conservation, and the natural world are the foundations for her work. Caren has created eight storybooks to date, including Manu, the Boy Who Loved Birds published by UH…
Find out more »Caring for Hawai‘i’s Wanderers and Migrants
The Hawai‘i Wildlife Center provides medical and rehabilitative care for all species of native birds and the Hawaiian hoary bat. A majority of patients each year are seabirds and HWC receives the occasional vagrant as well! In this presentation, Dr. Juan will share some of the interesting species that HWC has cared for through the years as well as their recovery stories. You can support the care of Hawai‘i's native birds and bats by making a donation to the Hawai‘i…
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