Hawaii
The Green Anole is a lizard native to the southeastern U.S. which was introduced to Hawaii and is now widespread there. This specimen was photographed on Oahu.
With a drop of nearly 250 metres (800 feet), Waipo'o Falls in the Waimea Canyon is one of the most spectacular sights in northwestern Kauai.
Verdant mountain slopes, azure waters, and craggy coastlines are found throughout Hawaii, such as the eastern coast of Oahu pictured here.
This female Sonoran Carpenter Bee was photgraphed in Maui.
The Javan Mongoose was introduced to Hawaii in a misguided government effort to overcome rat infestations. Unfortunately, as is almost always the case with introduced species, the mongoose population has grown out of control and threatens many native Hawaiian bird species.
Among the most famous on the Big Island (Hawaii), these falls are located near Hilo on the eastern coast of the island.
This young turtle was giving me 'the eye', as if to say, 'what do you want?' The Green Sea Turtle of the Hawaiian Islands can reach lengths of 1.5 metres and may weigh 190 kg, with exceptional specimens reaching weights of over 300 kg. |t is considered endangered and any contact with them by swimmers is strictly prohibited by law in Hawaii.
Green Sea Turtle snuggling up (2)
This young turtle, just having arrived on shore, is very slowly (but surely) making its way onto the back of a companion.
The Green Anole is a lizard native to the southeastern U.S. which was introduced to Hawaii and is now widespread there. This specimen was photographed on Oahu.
The island of Kauai is renowned for its abundant waterfalls. However, this little waterfall attracted my attention for its striking colour, flowing over bright red volcanic rock.
Hanauma Bay State Park in Oahu is a valuable, ecologically significant bay which was formed in a volcanic cone. Its name is derived from two Hawaiian words: "hana", meaning bay; and "uma", meaning curved. It is one of the chief attractions on Oahu, owing to the coral reef, marine life,a and great natural beauty.
This female Sonoran Carpenter Bee was photographed in Maui. Males of this species are easily distinguished by their golden brown colour and lack of a stinger.
The Halemumau crater of the Kilaeua Volcano on the Big Island broils with lava in 2015, three years before the volcano erupted violently and caused evacuations and widespread destruction.
The Monk Seal is an endangered species endemic to Hawaii. There may be fewer than 1,400 of these seals left. This one was enjoying a sunset swim in a sheltered bay near Poipu, on the south coast of Kauai.
Among the most famous on the Big Island (Hawaii), these falls are located near Hilo on the eastern coast of the island.
The Green Sea Turtle of the Hawaiian Islands can reach lengths of 1.5 metres and may weigh 190 kg, with exceptional specimens reaching weights of over 300 kg. |t is considered endangered and any contact with them by swimmers is strictly prohibited by law in Hawaii.
Green Sea Turtle snuggling up (3)
This young turtle, just having arrived on shore, is very slowly (but surely) making its way onto the back of a companion.
With a drop of nearly 250 metres (800 feet), Waipo'o Falls in the Waimea Canyon is one of the most spectacular sights in northwestern Kauai.
Cattle Egret hunting insects (1)
Egrets are common throughout the Hawaiian islands. This one in Maui was busy getting an early-morning breakfast. Its lightning-quick movements are too fast even for the insects.
Hanauma Bay State Park in Oahu is a valuable, ecologically significant bay which was formed in a volcanic cone. Its name is derived from two Hawaiian words: "hana", meaning bay; and "uma", meaning curved. It is one of the chief attractions on Oahu, owing to the coral reef, marine life,a and great natural beauty.
Legend has it that the stream for these falls was once replete with shrimp, since the word "Opaekaa" literally means "rolling shrimp" in Hawaiian!
The Halemumau crater of the Kilaeua Volcano on the Big Island broils with lava in 2015, three years before the volcano erupted violently and caused evacuations and widespread destruction.
This rare Monk Seal was enjoying an early-morning snooze on the southern shore of Kauai.
Green Sea Turtle approaches the shore
The Green Sea Turtle of the Hawaiian Islands can reach lengths of 1.5 metres and may weigh 190 kg, with exceptional specimens reaching weights of over 300 kg. |t is considered endangered and any contact with them by swimmers is strictly prohibited by law in Hawaii.
Green Sea Turtle on black sand beach (Big Island)
Numerous turtles are enjoying the black sand beach on the south coast of the Big Island (Hawaii).
This lizard was Introduced to Hawaii by settlers, and is native to Cuba and the Bahamas. It has established itself exceedingly well in Maui and the other islands, to the point where it is becoming a garden pest for many Hawaiians and is threatening populations of the Green Anole.
With a drop of nearly 250 metres (800 feet), Waipo'o Falls in the Waimea Canyon is one of the most spectacular sights in northwestern Kauai.
Cattle Egret hunting insects (2)
Egrets are common throughout the Hawaiian islands. This one in Maui was busy getting an early-morning breakfast. Its lightning-quick movements are too fast even for the insects.
Hanauma Bay State Park in Oahu is a valuable, ecologically significant bay which was formed in a volcanic cone. Its name is derived from two Hawaiian words: "hana", meaning bay; and "uma", meaning curved. It is one of the chief attractions on Oahu, owing to the coral reef, marine life,a and great natural beauty.
Legend has it that the stream for these falls was once replete with shrimp, since the word "Opaekaa" literally means "rolling shrimp" in Hawaiian!
This Mongoose was photographed in southern Maui. The Javan Mongoose was introduced to Hawaii in a misguided government effort to overcome rat infestations. Unfortunately, as is almost always the case with introduced species, the mongoose population has grown out of control and threatens many native Hawaiian bird species.
This rare Monk Seal was enjoying an early-morning snooze on the southern shore of Kauai.
The Green Sea Turtle of the Hawaiian Islands can reach lengths of 1.5 metres and may weigh 190 kg, with exceptional specimens reaching weights of over 300 kg. |t is considered endangered and any contact with them by swimmers is strictly prohibited by law in Hawaii.
Numerous turtles are enjoying the black sand beach on the south coast of the Big Island (Hawaii).
The Mynha (native to Asia) were introduced to Hawaii to control worms in sugarcane crops. Far from being endangered, the IUCN considers the Mynha to be one of the world's most invasive species!
With a drop of nearly 250 metres (800 feet), Waipo'o Falls in the Waimea Canyon is one of the most spectacular sights in northwestern Kauai.
This is just one more of the seemingly endless beautiful vistas in Hawaii.
Hanauma Bay State Park in Oahu is a valuable, ecologically significant bay which was formed in a volcanic cone. Its name is derived from two Hawaiian words: "hana", meaning bay; and "uma", meaning curved. It is one of the chief attractions on Oahu, owing to the coral reef, marine life,a and great natural beauty.
A glimpse of the strikingly beautiful scenery of the Napali Coast of Kauai. "Na Pali" literally means "the cliffs" in the Hawaiian language.
This Mongoose is standing on its hind legs, on alert for possible danger. The Javan Mongoose was introduced to Hawaii in a misguided government effort to overcome rat infestations. Unfortunately, as is almost always the case with introduced species, the mongoose population has grown out of control and threatens many native Hawaiian bird species.
This rare Monk Seal was enjoying an early-morning snooze on the southern shore of Kauai.
The Green Sea Turtle of the Hawaiian Islands can reach lengths of 1.5 metres and may weigh 190 kg, with exceptional specimens reaching weights of over 300 kg. |t is considered endangered and any contact with them by swimmers is strictly prohibited by law in Hawaii.
Green Sea Turtle snuggling up (1)
This young turtle, just having arrived on shore, is very slowly (but surely) making its way onto the back on another. The Green Sea Turtle of the Hawaiian Islands can reach lengths of 1.5 metres and may weigh 190 kg, with exceptional specimens reaching weights of over 300 kg. |t is considered endangered and any contact with them by swimmers is strictly prohibited by law in Hawaii.