#naio
Invasive insect detected on Kauaʻi, attacking native naio plant
Myoporum thrips were first discovered in the state in 2009, on Hawaiʻi Island, where they are now widespread. The invasive insect was identified on Oʻahu in 2018 and confirmed on Molokaʻi in 2024.
STATE BLAMED FOR ALLEGEDLY CONTRIBUTING TO ENDANGERED BIRD’S DECLINE
The state is being blamed for allegedly contributing to a population decline of the critically endangered palila bird on the island of Hawaii.The president of the Hawaii Audobon Society says the state is not taking effective action to keep sheep out of the palila’s critical habitat.According to the agency, the sheep, goats and mouflon are […]