Flying in from across the Pacific Ocean and the Hawaiian archipelago, mature feathered kōlea (Pacific golden-plover) gather in …
Meet the First Seal Pup of the Season
The first Hawaiian monk seal pup to kick off the birthing season on Kuaihelani (Midway Atoll was discovered on February 19, 2025! …
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The Final Count
Why Count Birds? Every year since 1992, bird counters have conducted a census of the planet's largest albatross colony that …
Farewell to Counting Albatross and on to Banding Ducks!
As the first group of Bird Counters began departing the week of January 13th, there has been much to celebrate! The most exciting …
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