At the Hawaiʻi Wildlife Ecology Lab, we conduct research to improve on-the-ground conservation outcomes for some of the world’s most imperiled species.

 

Through innovative fieldwork, genetic analyses, and ecological modeling, we uncover how endangered native birds, snails, and other wildlife utilize Hawaiʻi’s rapidly changing landscapes—and the conditions they need to persist.

 

Our team works with land managers, cultural practitioners, and community partners to design conservation strategies that are both scientifically rigorous and locally relevant.