We are pleased to announce that Changes in Mauna Kea dry forest structure 2000−2014 is available now online as a HCSU technical report. Our results showed measurable damage to mamane trees ...
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News and Events
Local ABC affiliate KITV recently showcased the palila breeding successes at the Maui Bird Conservation Center. This is the first time palila are being raised at the Maui facility, a ...
Read More Maui palila breeding program makes the news
Celebrate the birth of our nation in historic Volcano Village at their annual 4th of July Parade and Craft Fair! The Mauna Kea Forest Restoration Project will be there with ...
Read More Palila to fly in Volcano Village 4th of July Parade
Hilo’s newest artistic treasure, a mural showcasing the palila, will be showcased in a mini-parade featuring the larger-than-life, gigantic palila this First Friday, April 4. Local artist, Kathleen Kam, teamed ...
Read More Palila Mural in Downtown Hilo Featured in First Friday Event
The Hawaii Tribune Herald published an article about the Palila Mural that’s coming to life in Downtown Hilo. This 9 x 12-ft. mural is being painted by local artist Kathleen ...
Read More Palila Mural featured in Hawaii Tribune Herald
Join MKFRP as we thaw out of winter and start our planting season on Mauna Kea. We’ll be planting māmane, ‘a‘ali‘i, ‘āweoweo and other species at the Ka‘ohe Restoration Area. ...
Read More Volunteer Day trips and Palila viewing
Palila were a topic on the nationally syndicated radio program, Science Update. This 60-second piece focused on the bird’s reliance on māmane and the work the Keauhou Bird Conservation ...
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Learn about the restoration of Mauna Kea’s high elevation dry forest and home of the endangered forest bird, palila. The Mauna Kea Forest Restoration Project‘s Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator, Jackson Bauer ...
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The Department of Land and Natural Resources’ (DLNR) Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW) will conduct animal control activities specifically for trapping mouflon/feral sheep hybrids; staff hunting, and/or aerial shooting ...
Read More DLNR Plans Animal Control Activities in Palila Habitat