Discover why Hawaii's lush environment is unlike any other in the U.S., fostering a distinct array of wildlife.
Learn why, despite their incredible abilities, hummingbirds haven't made Hawaii their home.
Understand why Hawaii deliberately avoids introducing hummingbirds to protect its delicate ecological balance.
Find out how the introduction of hummingbirds could disrupt Hawaii's vital pineapple industry.
Spot a look-alike: Meet Hawaii's hummingbird moth that flutters from April to August, mimicking the real thing.
Get introduced to the unique Hawaiian honeycreepers, the nectar-feeding birds that fill the hummingbird's role.
Witness the beauty of the scarlet honeycreeper, a native bird with a striking resemblance to mainland hummingbirds.
Explore how the scarlet honeycreeper's seasonal movements in Hawaii mirror hummingbird migration patterns on the mainland.
Discover how planting native Hawaiian flora can help preserve the islands' unique pollinator species.
Embark on a full exploration of Hawaii's hummingbird absence and the island's own migratory marvels. Swipe up to read more!