Natural Features and Ecosystems

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  The Great Pacific

  Ocean & Coastline

  The great Pacific Ocean surrounds the Hawaiian Islands. It brings life and can take it away.

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  Water is Life

  Freshwater Ecosystems

  Freshwater Ecosystems, including rivers and streams, are vital to human, plants, and animal life in Hawai'i.

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  Creation and Destruction

  Geology and Volcanoes

  The Hawaiian Islands are volcanoes. Learn more about geologic activity in Hawai'i.

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  An Ongoing Battle

  Non-native & Invasive Species

  Learn about the ongoing struggle against non-native & invasive species in Hawai'i.

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  Found No Where Else

  Rare & Native Species

  Learn about the rare and native species found in Hawai'i. Many are found no where else in the world.