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Island Conservation
Researchers on Midway Atoll will give us more insight into the cascading ecosystem benefits of invasive mice removal through the study of mice poop. Islands constitute only 5.3% of the Earth’s landmass, yet they are home to a disproportionate amount of biodiversity and endemic species. One such diverse group of animals is that of seabirds, […]
Midway’s beloved birds, Laysan Albatross, are the signature wildlife of Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge. One of the wonders of the wide Pacific Ocean is that of a Laysan Albatross / Mōlī gliding across the waves and wind, seemingly without effort. They are made for a life at sea—and indeed, they spend the majority of […]
Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge is biologically, culturally, and historically significant but the atoll is in need of restoration. Since the start of gristly invasive mouse attacks on albatross out on Midway Atoll, this small set of islands—tucked at the far end of the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands—has entered the spotlight again. Many connote Midway with […]
Midway Atoll is a vital seabird conservation area where millions of birds go to breed and nest every year. Luckily, dedicated conservationists at the Friends of Midway Atoll work to preserve, protect, and restore the islands. Midway Atoll is an isolated spot of land located on the far northern end of the Hawaiian archipelago. Due […]