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Hawaii: Extinction Capital of the World

Conservationists are working to prevent further extinctions on the Hawaiian Islands. What do you imagine when you think of the Hawaiian Islands? Do you picture beautiful beaches, lush forests, and the diverse species that have evolved there? You might not expect anyone to mention extinction or endangered species in a conversation about this world-class vacation […]

Written by on June 29, 2018

Hawaiian Goose on its Way to Recovery

Officials have proposed that the Hawaiian Goose be downlisted from Endangered to Threatened. The Nene, Hawai’i’s official state bird also known as the Hawaiian Goose, has recently received some good news. Due to a growing population, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed downlisting the status of the Hawaiian Goose from Endangered to Threatened […]

Written by on April 13, 2018

Simple Solutions for Protecting Domestic Cats and Native Wildlife

Grant Sizemore, Director of American Bird Conservancy’s Invasive Species Programs and the owner of an indoor cat, explains the threats invasive feral cats pose to island wildlife and what individuals can do to save native species. By: Grant Sizemore Domestic cats (Felis catus) are among the world’s most beloved pet animals, but our affiliation with […]

Written by on December 18, 2017

Saving the Alalā and the Nēnē: A Work in Progress

Saving species never involves a one-size-fits-all solution, so conservationists are constantly making progress as they learn how to prevent extinction. Preventing extinctions of native island species is no simple task, and no island chain proves that more than the Hawaiian Islands, which have the unfortunate moniker of “Endangered Species Capital of the World.” The remote […]

Written by on November 22, 2017

Invasive Species, Nutrient Cycles, and Positive Feedback

New research shows that the presence of invasive species on islands alters nutrient cycles and negatively impacts native species. It has been long understood that invasive species alter the balance of an ecosystem. The presence of invasive species often results in the endangerment of native flora and fauna, but new research reveals a previously unknown problem caused […]

Written by on January 12, 2017