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“Nuisance” Species and Natural Resource Management

“Nuisance” Species and Natural Resource Management. A Hawaiian Perspective Dr. Isabella A. Abbott. From mountains. to the sea. Volcanic islands are a continuum of habitats. Stream flow links this entire state’s land mass to the coastal zone.

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“Nuisance” Species and Natural Resource Management

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  1. “Nuisance” Species andNatural Resource Management A Hawaiian Perspective Dr. Isabella A. Abbott

  2. From mountains to the sea Volcanic islands are a continuum of habitats

  3. Stream flow links this entire state’s land mass to the coastal zone.

  4. Ahupua’astretch from mauka(mountain) - makai(ocean) Land – ocean tenure based on relationships and resources Stewardship that built a resilient society Land and coastal processes are linked.

  5. Formed via volcanic action, lava flows lay foundation for spectacular oceanic islands.

  6. A Restored Hawaiian Fishpond

  7. Isolating mechanisms abound Deep valleys Deep channels

  8. Hawaii’s isolation is global Greatest distance away from any land mass

  9. Threats to native aquatic species Non-indigenous introductions unintentional /intentional Changes in land use practices Loss of ecosystem quality– deterioration & poor water Ballast water targeted species collections Mechanical impacts

  10. Even in the ocean, some Hawaiian species are found no where else – they are endemic. 25 % of corals 25 % of algae 25 % of shallow water fish 32 % of shallow water invertebrates Only on our reefs

  11. Nohu pinao Natives Gallery Hihiwai O’pae kala’ole Peleophycus multiprocarpium O’opu nopili ` ilio holo i ka ua ua These species are only in Hawai’i

  12. Banana Taro Coconut Pig

  13. Hawaiian Principles: Mālama To take care of; preserve Today: Respect and conserve the environment Pono In perfect order; true condition Today: Do the right thing..

  14. Mālama i ka lani Stars guided their ancestors.

  15. Mālama i ka āina The land gave them life and protection.

  16. Mālama i ka wai Streams gave them water for their families and crops.

  17. Mālama i ke kai The ocean delivered their ancestors to these islands and gave them food.

  18. Ahupua’astretch from mauka(mountai) - makai(ocean) Land and coastal processes are linked.

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