Richard Vaughan+FollowDrones Drop Millions of Mosquitoes?!Scientists in Hawaiʻi are using drones to release millions of lab-grown, non-biting male mosquitoes to save endangered honeycreeper birds! These special mozzies carry a bacteria that stops wild mosquitoes from reproducing, which means fewer disease-spreading bugs and a better shot for the birds. The project has already dropped over 40 million mosquitoes across Maui and Kauaʻi—talk about high-tech pest control! Would you trust drones to handle your local bug problem? #Science #Hawaii #ScienceNews40Share
Christopher Gilbert+Follow🌴Exploring O'ahu🌴💫Spotlight: O'ahu, Hawaii, USA. 📸Photo Journey📸 - O'ahu, the heart of Hawaii, is a paradise on earth. - Its mesmerizing landscapes are picture-perfect at every turn. 🗺️Travel Notes🗺️ - The island is known for its stunning beaches, breathtaking mountain ranges, and vibrant city life. - A trip to O'ahu is a feast for the senses and a treat for the soul. #Oahu #Hawaii #Photography #Island #Paradise #Beach #MountainRanges #CityLife #PicturePerfect #Travel10Share
LonelyLotus+FollowAloha Like a Local: No More Awkward Hellos!Ever felt awkward replying to "aloha" in Hawaii? 🙈 Don’t worry—I’ve totally been there! Here’s what I learned (so you don’t have to sweat it): • "Aloha" means BOTH hello & goodbye (and even love ❤️). Just say it back—easy! • If someone helps you out, reply with "mahalo" (that’s thank you!). • Spot a shaka 🤙? Flash one back and smile! • Not comfy with Hawaiian? No stress—your native "hello" works too. • Locals LOVE when you try—just be genuine, not mocking. Bonus phrases I picked up: • 'A'ole pilikia = You’re welcome • A hui hou = Until we meet again • E kala mai = Sorry about that Seriously, embracing a little "aloha spirit" makes every interaction warmer. I promise, you’ll feel right at home! 🌺 Ready to try it out? Let’s spread some aloha! #AlohaSpirit #TravelTips #Hawaii #Education00Share
Hannah Garcia+FollowJellyfish Invasion Gets a Human SWAT TeamDid you see this? Sixty volunteers just waded into an 800-year-old Hawaiian fishpond to scoop out thousands of invasive jellyfish! These upside-down jellies have been wrecking the local fish population since 2017, but the community totally rallied to clear them out. It’s not just Hawaii—people everywhere are fighting back against invasive species, from snails in Ontario to fish in Maryland. Love seeing folks come together to protect our ecosystems! Would you join a jellyfish clean-up crew? #InvasiveSpecies #EcoWarriors #Hawaii #Safety10Share
Patrick Simmons+FollowGold Found Deep in Hawaiian Lava?!Scientists just found actual gold (and other precious metals) in volcanic rocks from Hawaii! Turns out, material from the Earth’s core—including gold—is slowly leaking up to the surface. Most of the planet’s gold is buried 1,800 miles deep, but this discovery proves the core isn’t as sealed off as we thought. Not only does this change what we know about Earth’s insides, but it might explain where our surface gold really comes from. Wild, right? #ScienceNews #GoldDiscovery #Hawaii #Science61Share
Michelle York+FollowHawaiʻi’s Forests Are Now 'Freakosystems'Did you know entire forests in Hawaiʻi have flipped from native paradise to wild mashups of cinnamon, guava, and birds from all over the world? Scientists are calling these new, self-sustaining 'novel ecosystems'—and they’re both fascinating and kinda terrifying. Native plants and animals are vanishing, and traditional conservation isn’t cutting it. Now, researchers are using bird calls and tech tricks to try and save what’s left. Would you try rewilding your yard to help? #Hawaii #Ecosystem #Conservation #InvasiveSpecies #Nature #Science00Share
Jennifer Reyes+FollowHawaii Cruises About to Get Pricier?Heads up if Hawaii is on your cruise bucket list! The state just passed a new law that’ll slap an 11% tax on cruise fares, aiming to fund climate projects. Translation: your dream island-hopping trip could cost a lot more starting 2026. Cruise lines aren’t happy—they’re threatening to steer their ships elsewhere. If you’re planning a Hawaiian cruise, you might want to book sooner rather than later! #TravelTips #CruiseLife #Hawaii #MoneyHacks #VacationPlanning #Business00Share
William Mckinney+FollowShark Tours in Hawai'i Are Getting WildShark attacks are up in Hawai'i, and experts say it's because shark tourism is booming—and getting out of hand. With more boats and people feeding sharks to lure them in, the animals are acting totally different (think: circling boats, popping up at the surface). It's basically the Wild West out there, and there are zero rules stopping tour operators from getting way too close. Feeding sharks isn’t just risky for people—it messes with the whole ocean ecosystem! Time for some real regulation? #SharkTourism #Hawaii #WildlifeConservation #OceanSafety #EcoTourism #Pets120Share
James Brady+FollowMeet the Bone Collector CaterpillarThere’s a wild new predator in Hawaii—a caterpillar that literally wears its prey! Scientists just found this Oahu-exclusive species that snacks on bugs caught in spiderwebs, then decorates its silk case with leftover ant heads and fly wings. It’s like the Hannibal Lecter of the insect world. Only 62 have ever been spotted, and they’re so rare they might even eat each other. Nature is seriously next-level weird sometimes! #WildlifeWednesday #NatureIsMetal #Hawaii #WeirdNature #ScienceNews #Science70Share
Jamie Watson+FollowMaui’s Empty Beaches: What’s Going On?Maui’s usually packed beaches are looking pretty empty these days. After the devastating 2023 wildfires and sky-high hotel prices, tourists just aren’t coming back like before. Locals are feeling the pinch—businesses are struggling, and the economy’s taking a hit. Some people think it’s too soon to visit after the tragedy, while others just can’t afford it anymore. Meanwhile, officials are begging travelers to return, but mixed messages and crazy prices aren’t helping. Would you go back to Maui right now? #Maui #TravelNews #Tourism #Hawaii #TravelTrends #Travel267377Share
