by Andrew Doughty | Jun 6, 2026 | Blog, Hawaii
If you’re driving the road to Haleakala summit at dawn — which you should be, at least once — and a medium-sized goose steps calmly into your headlights and refuses to move, congratulations. You’ve just met the nēnē, Hawaii’s state bird. Don’t...
by Andrew Doughty | Aug 31, 2024 | Blog
The Hawaiian nene, also known as the Hawaiian goose, holds a special place in Hawaii’s rich biodiversity and cultural heritage. As Hawaii’s state bird, the nene symbolizes resilience and the delicate balance between nature and human impact. Despite being on the brink...