Environment
Our Tips for Whale Watching in Hawaiʻi
November is the start of whale-watching season in the Islands.
Bishop Museum Welcomes Last Known Survivor of Rare Hawaiian Snail Genus
Believed to be the final survivor of its genus, the endangered snail has found refuge at the museum’s captive rearing center. The public can meet it at the 2025 Kāhuli Festival on Oct. 25.
First Humpback Whale of the Season Spotted Off Kauaʻi’s Coast
Kauaʻi crew spots first koholā of the 2025-2026 season.
Mālama: Safeguarding the Future of Alakoko, Kauaʻi’s Ancient Fishpond
This 600-year-old Hawaiian fishpond on Kaua‘i’s southwest coast is one of the most endangered historic places on the island.
Towering 1,300-Foot Lava Fountains Mark Episode 34 of Kīlauea’s Ongoing Eruption
Episode 34 began in the early hours of Oct. 1 and ended after 6 hours of continuous fountaining.
7 Reasons You’ll Fall for Hawai‘i in the Fall
Autumn brings cooler weather, humpback whales and pumpkin patches in the Islands.
Celebrate Nēnē Awareness Day in Hawaiʻi
Sept. 26 is dedicated to recognizing Hawaiʻi’s state bird.
10 Things You May Not Know About Manta Rays in Hawaiʻi
Manta rays are some of the most fascinating and enigmatic creatures in the ocean.
Sea Turtle Nesting Season in Hawaiʻi is from August to November; Here’s What You Need to Know
These are helpful tips from the state Department of Land and Natural Resources.
7 Fun Facts About the Nēnē, or Hawaiian Goose
There’s more to Hawaiʻi’s state bird than its endangered status.
5 Hawaiʻi Landmarks—And What They’re Actually Called
It’s not Diamond Head, it’s Lēʻahi.
Getting a Bird’s-Eye View of Hawaiʻi is the Thrill of a Lifetime
Few experiences rival flying over volcanoes, waterfalls and the grand Nāpali Coast.
Popular Kīlauea Summit Viewing Area Reopens in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
The Uēkahuna observation deck, the highest point on Kīlauea and steeped in history, reopened to the public after closing in 2018.
Mālama: Cultural Connections at Loko Ea
Volunteer with Mālama Loko Ea, a nonprofit organization that’s restoring ancient fishponds on O‘ahu’s North Shore.
Catch-and-Release Fishing Returns to Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden on Oʻahu
Get ready to cast your line. But first, you’ll need to make a reservation.