Forest Fridays: Artists of the Forest As we wrap up 2021, we are pleased to share a list of local artists who create art inspired by the ʻāina and forests of Kauaʻi. Our final episode for the year hosted seven artists to share their work and what brought them to create through various mediums. […]
Learn More...Arbor Day 2020 plant giveaway
Saturday November 7 is the annual Arbor Day plant giveaway sponsored by Kauai Landscape Industry Council — mark your calendars!
Learn More...Coffee Berry Borer Found on Kauai
Coffee berry borer beetle has been found on Kauai for the first time…
Learn More...Miconia Biocontrol a Possibility
After 30 years of study, a new butterfly may offer hope for control of miconia in Hawaii. The Hawaii State Department of Agriculture has completed a Draft Environmental Assessment for release of Eusalasia chyrsippe, the “miconia butterfly,” which is native to Costa Rica and is a natural enemy of miconia trees. Miconia, considered one […]
Learn More...Plant phaseout list
Do you have any of these plants in your yard? Some of the biggest threats to Kauai’s forests can come from our own back yards. The Pono Endorsement Program has identified some of the worst invasive species that should be avoided.
Learn More...Little Fire Ant Awareness
October each year is Little Fire Ant Awareness Month but that doesn’t mean we should forget them again come November 1. Keeping our island safe from this harmful invasive pest is an important kuleana for everyone. Free test kits remain available at your local library through the end of November. Testing is quick and easy:
Learn More...Mongoose Report Update
Posted June 23, 2017 On Sunday, June 18th, there was one eye witness report of a possible mongoose sighting from a couple in Princeville. Due to the amazing Kauai community and their diligence in helping protect Kauai’s native seabird colonies from the predation of mongoose, the one possible sighting was reported to multiple agencies.
Learn More...Hawaii Invasive Species Awareness Week
Get Involved! Check out what’s going on for HISAW!
Learn More...Need a Speaker?
KISC is available to present at your next meeting or visit your classroom!
Learn More...Patiently waiting…
Well, not exactly waiting. Or patient, for that matter. It only appears that we are always waiting; for the next report, for the trap to spring, or for the next mongoose capture. The mongoose response team (Jamie Harris – DLNR DOFAW, and Pat Gmelin – KISC) have continued with their trapping and outreach efforts across […]
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