No, this isn't a post about Hawaiian Airlines or Aloha Airlines. Rather, Aloha Pualani is about the departure of Ka'iwi's latest pup and the reopening of the stretch of popular beach that the duo has been occupying. … [Read more...] about Aloha Pualani!
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Ka’iwi’s Pup Has a Name!
On Monday, the Hawaii Marine Animal Response (HMAR) group announced that Ka'iwi's pup has a name! As was the case with the last monk seal pup born in Waikiki, the students of nearby Waikiki Elementary School. … [Read more...] about Ka’iwi’s Pup Has a Name!
Monk Seals Close a Portion of Waikiki Beach
That's right, Monk Seals close a portion of Waikiki Beach, as another mother gives birth on the bustling beach. Like all the previous births, this one occurred on Kaimana Beach. Unlike last time, though, it's Ka'iwi - not Rocky - that gave birth, and the closure is MUCH bigger this time around. … [Read more...] about Monk Seals Close a Portion of Waikiki Beach
Beachside Brunch at Hau Tree
In mid-August, Mrs. Island Miler and I visited Koalani and Rocky one last time. Having spent more time there this time, we got hungry and decided to have an impromptu beachside brunch at Hau Tree. It's too bad we couldn't see the seals from where we were seated. … [Read more...] about Beachside Brunch at Hau Tree
Keep Your Distance From Hawaiian Monk Seals
For the second time in the past few years, an endangered Hawaiian monk seal has given birth on busy Waikiki Beach. The rarity of these events means they draw a lot of people. But, even if you aren't interested in the seals, you should keep your distance from Hawaiian monk seals on Waikiki beach. … [Read more...] about Keep Your Distance From Hawaiian Monk Seals
Aloha Kaimana – The Hawaiian Monk Seal Pup
A critically endangered Hawaiian Monk Seal Pup captured the hearts of thousands as she grew on Kaimana Beach. But now, she has moved on. … [Read more...] about Aloha Kaimana – The Hawaiian Monk Seal Pup