Contribute to the Conservation of Hawaiʻi’s Birds The work that federal employees perform in Hawaiʻi’s wildlife refuges to keep our native birds safe and reproducing is often unseen and underappreciated. These dedicated workers maintain water levels in wetlands, control flooding, and remove choking weeds. Some employees nurture seedlings and plant koa and other native trees […]
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We just finished our Bird and Learn weekend at Volcano National Park. We had about about 25 participants for the classroom presentations on Saturday. Seth Judge of Volcano National Parks presented his research on the Population Trends of the Forest Birds at Volcano National Park. Mike Carion gave a practical guide to using e-Bird. Kate Righter
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In November 1976, Hawaiʻi Audubon Society started printing a new logo at the top of the ‘Elepaio journal, issue 37.5. It was added without comment, befitting the humble nature of Ron Walker, the wildlife biologist and illustrator who created the newly designed logo. There was no room for fanfare in any case, as that issue
After consulting with ‘elepaio expert, Eric VanderWerf, Kate Righter has redesigned Hawaiʻi Audubon’s logo. The late Ron Walker, HAS’s beloved volunteer, lifetime member, and past director, designed the current one 48 years ago. The update includes: 1. An ʻokina in Hawaiʻi, and a font change to match the ʻElepaio Journal (Source Serif). 2. Color to
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Hawaiʻi Audubon Society published this article in issue 1.2 of the Elepaio Journal in January, 1940. While this little bird was once a common sight in our forests, it is now threatened on Oʻahu, and vulnerable on Kauaʻi and Hawaiʻi island. Listen to calls and see more photos of this charismatic bird on eBird. For
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“MAKAHIKI O NĀ MANU NAHELE: YEAR OF THE FOREST BIRDS” It’s official: The year 2024 is for the birds, thanks to Governor Josh Green signing the proclamation. At yesterday’s event, Hawai’i Audubon Society’s President, Susan Scott, spoke about our organization’s long commitment to the protection, education, and joy of birds. Thanks to conservation efforts by
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The Division of Forestry and Wildlife has created a new website dedicated to celebrating Hawaiʻi’s forest birds. The new site has links to events, learning activities, and more, including: • detailed species profiles for Hawaiian forest birds, including photos of extinct birds from collections at Bishop Museum; • forest bird audio mixes for Kauaʻi, Oʻahu,
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Learn about the importance of citizen science and the Kolea Count project in a new video featuring Wally Johnson, Susan Scott, and Diane Smith. Video credit: University of Hawai’i at Manoa Communications graduate Shannon Takahashi. Visit koleacount.org to learn more about this project.
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Give a Year of Bird Joy Share the love of birds by giving a friend or family member a year-long membership to Hawaiʻi Audubon Society! We’ll notify the recipient of your gift. Membership includes: Email or print version of the ‘Elepaio Journal (6/year) Bird news and event notices Volunteer opportunities The knowledge that youʻre helping make a difference
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In addition to being adorable, entertaining, and sometimes hilarious, birds are an important part of island life. We encourage students to join us in celebrating all birds by participating in our Bird Cartoon Contest! SUBJECT You can choose any bird in Hawai’i as your subject (native birds given preference). Comics can be funny or factual.
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