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“Pic of the Week”, bonus photo for February: Hawaii’s Nene. The rarest bird I’ve ever photographed
Some of my favorite experiences while traveling are encounters with wild animals, especially when these are unexpected. To stumble on extremely rare birds while traveling the roads of Hawaii was a treat!
My wife and I recently finished a fun week in Maui, one day of which was a trip to the summit of the dormant volcano, Haleakala, which occupies more than half the island’s land mass. As we were driving up the mountain, we saw two pair of nene eating grass beside the road, enjoying the mist and drizzle on the mountain. If you look carefully on an enlargement of the photo (below), you’ll see water beading on the nene’s back.
Hawaii’s great volcanoes (Volcanoes National Park on …
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The Valley Island of Maui: 2) Haleakala National Park
Volcanoes never cease to fascinate me! Something about their massive size and primal earth shaping power appeals to my sense of curiosity and awe. So it’s not surprising that I find Haleakala to be Maui’s most interesting place to visit. There are no lodges or hotels in the park making it truly a day trip destination. It’s easily accessible and besides a massive crater and awe-inspiring views, offers the chance to see some rare species — namely the Nene (Hawaiian goose) and Silversword (silver-green cactus-like prickly plant).
Some background on Haleakala….
In Hawaiian, Haleakala means “House of the Sun” — a great name for a mountain that stretches to the heavens and dominates Maui’s landscapes! Haleakala National Park covers much of …
