The Maui News / MATTHEW THAYER photo Hawaii’s state bird, the Hawaiian goose, or nene, is being proposed for downlisting its status under the Endangered Species Act from “endangered” to ...

“The successful efforts to recover the nene demonstrate how effective the Endangered Species Act truly is,” said Maxx Phillips, the Center’s Hawaii director. “Without this landmark law, wildlife in ...

A male nene, banded as 595, was killed Thursday morning by a hit-and-run driver while apparently crossing a road in Lili’uokalani Gardens off Banyan Drive, according to the state Department of ...

Pu'ukohola Heiau was built in 1790 by one of Hawaii's greatest ancient leaders ... to look for Hawaiian birds including the ...

In addition to ocean views, you may spot seabirds rarely seen from land, such as the Hawaiian state bird (the nene, or Hawaiian goose) as well as Laysan albatross (moli) and the red-footed booby.

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Among the bird species in Hawaii declared extinct include the Kauai ... also a wildlife biologist for the state Department of Land and Natural Resources’ Division of Forest and Wildlife.

High school students take the Smarter Balanced assessments in English language arts and math, according to the Hawaii State Department of Education.

Groceries are taxed at the full rate in Hawaii, and the highest income tax bracket is 11%. Retirees may get a break from paying state income taxes since some retirement benefits are tax-exempt.

As you consider visiting Hawaii ... nene and chukar as you approach and at the summit. Keep your eyes peeled for pheasants too, because they may just pop out onto the road as you’re driving up the ...

High school students take the Smarter Balanced assessments in English language arts and math, according to the Hawaii State Department of Education. For personalized and effective admissions ...