Kauai Wildlife
The Kauai wildlife is unique. Geographically, in the middle of the Pacific Ocean,
the chain of the Hawaiian Islands in is most isolated and furthest way from any
continental landmass of all islands in the world. Historically, the Hawaiian Culture
could thrive undisturbed from any outside influences until well into the 18th century.
As a result, the Hawaiian culture, fauna and flora was established and untouched
from any other civilizations.
In the ancient Hawaiian Culture nature was treated with utmost respect. The Hawaiian
soil was considered sacred and to be treaded on lightly. The abundance of wildlife was
considered a blessing and used sparingly. The Hawaiian wisdom of not leaving a mark
of one’s existence on nature was unfortunately ignored with the influence of western civilization.
Today’s Kauai and in particular the Kauai North Shore have maintained the beauty of the ancient days.
Pristine mountain ranges, rich foliage, copious flowers, numerous birds and an incredible variety of marine
life make it easy to imagine how the ancient Hawaii must have looked and felt like. The immaculate
appearance of the landscape makes it hard to believe that Kauai needs to be protected from negative
environmental impacts. Like everywhere else in the world, the influence of pollution, mono-crop farming,
cattle ranching, commercial fishing and the introduction of foreign flora and fauna has impacted Kauai’s
ecological equilibrium. Today, Kauai’s ecosystem and the complex marine ecosystem is stressed and fragile.
Without interventions, the native fauna, flora and marine life will lose the battle against exotic species and
all the by-products of modern civilization.
How we can help to preserve the Beauty of Kauai
Kauai has a very active community involved in various environmental organizations and outreach programs
providing community education and awareness with the common goal to preserve the ecological balance and beauty of Kauai and Hawaii.
With the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and the Mammal Protection Act (MMPA)
important programs have been implemented the support the wildlife of Kauai like the Monk Seal Program.
We are committed to share our environmental concerns and assist visitors and friends of Hale Makai to
practice the appropriate island etiquette so future generations will be able to enjoy this precious and fragile piece of Paradise.
Think
green, act green and help to protect the environment
Please help to keep Kauai and the Ocean clean
Clean up: Leave the smallest possible mark
behind, where ever you go and also, help to clean up after others. One plastic bag picked up and discarded properly could mean
one ocean life saved.
Shop Green: Use canvas reusable shopping bags, reduce the use of plastic bags and packing material, etc.
Conserve Water: Water is the basic element of life and our
existence relies on this resource
Conserve energy: Use electricity, gas and gasoline in moderation, less is more.
Reduce Pollution: Drive less and carpool, when possible use biodegradable cleaning agents, produce less waste and discard waste properly.
Recycle: recycle, recycle and recycle!
How we can help to protect the Kauai Wildlife
Wildlife Etiquette:
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Keep your distance from any wildlife on land or in the ocean
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Do not feed wildlife, it may harm their health
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Do not touch wild life, it may cause harm to their health
Wildlife Protection: