Natural Features and Ecosystems

The Great Pacific

Ocean & Coastline

The great Pacific Ocean surrounds the Hawaiian Islands. It brings life and can take it away.

Water is Life

Freshwater Ecosystems

Freshwater Ecosystems, including rivers and streams, are vital to human, plants, and animal life in Hawai'i.

Creation and Destruction

Geology and Volcanoes

The Hawaiian Islands are volcanoes. Learn more about geologic activity in Hawai'i.

An Ongoing Battle

Non-native & Invasive Species

Learn about the ongoing struggle against non-native & invasive species in Hawai'i.

Found No Where Else

Rare & Native Species

Learn about the rare and native species found in Hawai'i. Many are found no where else in the world.