Explore Hawai‘i’s Marine Life!
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Invertebrates
Sea Cucumber
Sea cucumbers are a common sight on Hawaii’s reefs. Distinct tubular shape, many times seen lying on sand resembling sausages, sea cucumbers are frequently seen by snor...
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Invertebrates
Sea Stars
One of the most recognizable marine species, sea stars typically have a five-part body consisting of a central disk and radial symmetry. Size, shape, color and texture ar...
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Mammals
Hermit Crabs
Hermit crabs are one of the most common types of tide pool animals. Characterized by its soft abdomen or tail, hermit crabs rely on empty snail shells as a means of prote...
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Invertebrates
Cone Snail
The cone snail is one of the largest marine snail families represented in the Hawaiian Islands. Displaying beautiful patterns and colors, they are quite popular with coll...
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Fishes
Whitetip Reef Shark
Associated with the coral reef environment, the whitetip reef shark is found throughout the Indian and Pacific Oceans. In the Hawaiian Islands, it can be observed resting...
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Invertebrates
Broad Stingray
The broad stingray is found only in Hawaii and Taiwan. Most researchers agree their populations are plentiful. It is one of four species known to inhabit Hawaiian waters ...
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