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New ʻIo Nesting Sites Discovered in Puna
Researchers have identified three new nesting sites in the Puna district, suggesting population expansion into recovering forest areas.
Dr. Malia Wong
June 12, 2025Community Blog
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New Research Reveals ʻIo Population Growth on Hawaiʻi Island
Recent surveys conducted across the island show promising signs of population recovery in areas where conservation efforts have been focused over the past decade.
Dr. Leilani Kealoha
June 15, 2025 · 10 min read
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Cultural Significance of the ʻIo in Hawaiian Genealogy
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My First ʻIo Sighting: A Community Member's Story
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ʻIo Conservation Success: A Model for Endemic Species Protection
How community involvement and scientific research combined to help recover the Hawaiian hawk population.
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Identifying ʻIo: Light vs. Dark Morphs
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Seasonal Patterns in ʻIo Behavior on Hawaiʻi Island
Analysis of two years of sighting data reveals interesting patterns in hunting, nesting, and territorial behavior.
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