What invasive species damage Lana'i?

In Hawaii there is only two native species of mammals, the Hawaiian Hoary Bat (Lasirus cinereus semotus), and the Hawaiian Monk Seal (Monachus schauinslandi). read more

lanai native species recovery program threats of invasive species Strawberry Guava (Psidium cattleianum) What we normally see from afar as a forest cannot be seen until one traverses over the Munro Trail of Lana’ihale with an observant eye, that native plants and trees are being “choked” out by the most damaging invasive such as the strawberry guava (waiawi). read more

The cost and damages of invasive species are great. The Nature Conservancy aims to control the threat to our lands and waters posed by invasive non-native plants, animals, insects and diseases through a combination of prevention, early detection, eradication, restoration, research and outreach. read more

A look into the traditions and historical residency on Lana`i offers lessons for living in a sustainable manner on the island and helping the island recover from past damage. The first period of human history spans the period from circa 1000-1800 A.D., a time in which traditional lifeways focused on learning about the landscape, and developing sustainable relationships with the environment. read more