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Hawai‘i and Palmyra

Aerial view of the rugged mountains of Wainiha Valley in Kauai, Hawaii.
Wainiha Preserve View of Wainiha Valley on Kauai. © John De Mello

Make a Difference in Hawai‘i and Palmyra

The Nature Conservancy works with people like you to protect Hawai'i’s and Palmyra’s spectacular diversity of life. Together, we can protect the plants and animals that share our world and support our well-being. We invite you to join the effort.

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A male Guam kingfisher sits on a branch in a netted enclosure.

Conservation Update

The Sihek (Guam Kingfisher) finds Hope on Palmyra Atoll

Located 1,000 miles south of Hawai‘i, the atoll is the only fully protected habitat for birds in the equatorial Pacific.

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Latest News

Closeup of a sihek sitting on a branch.

Nine Guam Sihek Released to the Wild

Nine sihek (Guam kingfisher) are now living in the wild in the tropical forests of Palmyra Atoll after spending nearly a month in aviaries at TNC’s Preserve and Research Station at Palmyra Atoll.

Closeup of a sihek sitting on a branch.

Extinct-in-the wild sihek (Guam kingfisher) chicks arrive at TNC’s Palmyra Atoll preserve and research station

These nine chicks will kickstart the first wild population of sihek in almost 40 years.

Painting of a man standing on rocks overlooking the ocean; the sky is painted in vibrant purples, pinks, and oranges.

“How Nature Restores Me” Group Exhibition Showcases Works of TNC in Hawai‘i and Palmyra

This multi-media art exhibit will be on display at the Downtown Art Center from August 1 through August 31, 2024.

Can you spot the chick circled in red?

Second Chick Demonstrates Seabird Attraction Success at Palmyra Atoll

This marks the second year in a row grey-backed terns have nested at Palmyra Atoll. This bird is one of eight seabird species known to the region that has been conspicuously absent from the atoll.

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An Akeke'e—a Hawaiian honeycreeper—on a branch.
The ʻAkekeʻe A critically endangered Hawaiian honeycreeper found only on Kauaʻi. © Jim Denny

Campaign

Nā Manu Nahele: Hawaiʻi’s Forest Birds

Hawai‘i’s melodious and beautiful honeycreepers evolved with the Hawaiian Islands over millions of years, but we could lose them in our lifetime.

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Cover of the 2024 TNC Hawaii and Palmyra spring newsletter.
Ho'okele Pono Spring 2024 newsletter for The Nature Conservancy in Hawai'i and Palmyra. © TNC

Newsletter

2024 Spring Newsletter

Read about the latest successes you helped us achieve.

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Inland perspective looking out toward the ocean of the lush, green Kalalau Valley.

Program Overview

Natural Climate Solutions

If we work together, we can find solutions to climate change that are right for Hawai'i and Palmyra.

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Hawaiian green sea turtle swims in the Hawaii waters.
Green Sea Turtle Hawaiian green sea turtle (Honu) swimming in the shallow waters of Kahalu'u Beach, Big Island, Hawaii. © Bo Pardau

Places We Protect

See the Places We Help Protect

Working with our partners—from communities to government agencies to businesses and donors—we manage 14 preserves and help protect other sites across the Hawaiian Islands and at Palmyra Atoll.

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A bird’s-eye view of the reef Nā Papalimu O Pi‘ilani along West Maui’s Lāhaina coastline.
West Maui Reefs A bird’s-eye view of the reef Nā Papalimu O Pi‘ilani along West Maui’s Lāhaina coastline. © Maui Digital Images

August 8, 2024

Hope and Perseverance for Lahaina

As we mark the one-year anniversary of the devastating fires that tore through Maui and Hawaiʻi and took 102 souls, we share in the kaumaha for the lives and livelihoods lost, ongoing grief and continued fear of new fires. We are moved by the resilience of community members who are committed to support each other in the long healing, recovery and rebuilding process. 

Last year’s tragedy was a stark reminder of the vulnerability of our ʻāina and communities and the urgent need for conservation efforts. This disaster was exacerbated by numerous environmental issues, including invasive brush and drought conditions driven by climate change. We seek political changes, improved fire management plans, resilient landscapes and better care for our natural and cultural resources to avoid future misfortune. 

We hold on to the promise of Hālau Lahaina, malu i ka ‘ulu as a source of hope and perseverance during the long process of recovery. This ‘ōlelo no‘eau, which compares Lahaina to a large house shaded by breadfruit trees, envisions a future of ‘ulu, ‘āina, kai and community flourishing once again in Lahaina. Our hearts and our efforts for restoration will continue in support of community partners, friends and family. 

(kaumaha - sadness, grief and burden)