We confirm that preparatory work for the harbor’s future development/improvement has begun. In September 2024, AECOM flew its drones to do aerial surveys of the coral flats as part of the state-wide photometry survey for sea level rise modeling. Yesterday, a ground survey crew was in the area. They were surveying the areas encompassed in the planned improvements and, likely, a new pier proposed in the HI Commercial Harbors Masterplan 2035 for Kawaihae Harbor.… Read more “Survey work at harbor beach 3.18.2025”
green sea turtles 2025
The visibility of the water on the Kawaihae Reef outside the harbor was exceptional on March 06, 2025. After months of winter swells, there was a lull in the surf, and the water cleared up. I went for a snorkel tour in the inviting water. Green sea turtles were observed traversing and feeding within a short time, sometimes in pairs.… Read more “green sea turtles 2025”
What do you do if a critically endangered Hawksbill sea turtle is in danger?
To answer this question, we have started a process and will update it as it progresses. We contacted a Hawaii Department of Aquatic Resource, DAR staff member. She mentioned NOAA and ESA, the Endangered Species Act in her email.
Update 2024.10.09
Irene K. Kelly
Sea Turtle Recovery Coordinator
NOAA Fisheries – Pacific Islands Region
Irene responded, ” We are aware that hawksbills like to live in harbors statewide.Unfortuately… Read more “What do you do if a critically endangered Hawksbill sea turtle is in danger?”