Deep dives into urban planning and sustainable tourism. This section bridges academic theories with practical insights from the field to shape a responsible future for global travel.
The Great Migration: From Laniakea to French Frigate Shoals Every year, many Hawaiian green sea turtles (locally known as honu) undertake a remarkable 1,200-mile (1,931-kilometer) round-trip migration. They travel from their foraging grounds in the main Hawaiian Islands to reproduce and nest at French Frigate
Blog Draft: A History of Green Sea Turtle Harvesting in Hawaii The history of the green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) in Hawaii is a story of changing human interaction and environmental impact, which can be categorized into three distinct phases: 1. Indigenous Polynesian Era (1250–1778)
Report: The Culinary History of Sea Turtles and the Shift from Exploitation to Protection 1. Historical Context and Global Popularity as Food For centuries, sea turtles—particularly the Green Sea Turtle—were a staple food source for a diverse range of people. The first Europeans to consume
What Should I Do if I See Someone Interacting with Marine Wildlife in Hawai‘i?If you see someone closely interacting with marine wildlife—such as by touching or chasing them—in person or on social media, you may be witnessing a violation of the MMPA or ESA. The
In this entry, I will introduce Moanalua Gardens and the famous monkey pod tree also known as the Hitachi Tree. The Monkey Pod (Samanea Saman) is part of the pea family and although originally from Central and South America it now grows in many parts