wildlife inventory and issues affecting kawaihae coral reef
We have a theory to test: efoils or motorized surfboards affect the feeding patterns of manta rays in this area. Efoilers are using this surf break more often, and we need to understand the implications for the safety of both mantas and sea turtles.
Mantas are much easier to spot than smaller resident sea turtles.… Read more “manta rays 02.09.2025”
The manta rays had been at Kawaihae Harbor the day before. We could see them when we arrived the next day. It was a clear day with a light onshore breeze. There was a slight swell, and as is expected, the mantas preferred the water stirred up and the waves pushing their food against the break wall.… Read more “manta rays 11.26.2024”