White Terns (Gygis alba), also known locally as Manu o KÅ«, are elegant seabirds common around Honolulu and Waikiki Beach. Their snow-white plumage, long pointed wings, and dark eyes make them easy to spot above hotels and palm-lined streets. Uniquely, these birds balance a single egg on open branches, often choosing plumeria trees near the…
When many people think of OÊ»ahu, they picture WaikÄ«kÄ« beaches, North Shore waves, and Honolulu’s nightlife. For birders, the island offers a different paradise. OÊ»ahu blends rare native birds, seabird colonies, seasonal shorebirds, and colorful introduced species. It is a living laboratory of birdlife and a reminder of fragile island ecosystems. Native Forest Birds in…
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