wildlife inventory and issues affecting kawaihae coral reef
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”
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”
