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Our Lab

At the HawaiÊ»i Wildlife Ecology Lab, we conduct research that directly drives 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 HawaiÊ»i’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.

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The extinction

capital of the world.

The urgency of this mission is clear: the Pacific Islands are home to 44% of all species listed under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). As of 2025, Hawaiʻi has 578 species listed as endangered or threatened, underscoring the critical need for research-informed conservation solutions. Working together, we can transform the Hawaiian Islands from the 'Extinction Capital of the World' to the 'Recovery Capital of the World'.

(The Hawaiʻi Invasive Species Protection Act)

Contact Us

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Management

College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources

University of Hawai‘i at Manoa

1910 East-West Rd., Sherman Hall 118, Honolulu, HI, 96822

808-956-7530

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