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Take a closer look at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park situated on the Big Island, covering 330,000 acres with diverse ecosystems from sea level to 13,677 feet. Discover the unique flora and fauna, including Feral Pig, Iiwi bird, and Happy Faced Spider. Explore different habitats like Rain Forest, Sub-Alpine/Alpine, Mid-elevation Forest, and Coastal areas. Learn about endemic species such as the Silversword and Nene bird. Join us in understanding the conservation challenges and environmental factors shaping this fascinating landscape.
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Ecosystems: A look at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Lily Edmon Waimea Middle School Steve Souder Gk-12 PRISM Fellow
HVNP • The Park is located on the Southeastern side of the Big Island • It encompasses 330,000 Acres • Ranges from sea level to 13,677 feet. • Established in 1916 • Average annual rainfall 110 inches • Average high temperature 63.5º F • Average low temperature 52.5º F
Rain Forest Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Feral Pig Iiwi Happy Faced Spider Hapuu
Sub-Alpine/Alpine • Mauna Loa • Palila • Silversword • Mamane forest • Wekiu Bug
Mid-elevation Forest • Koa and Ohia Forest • Pueo • Picture Winged Flies
Coastal • Halape
Desert • Kau Desert • Pukiawe • Nene • Mongoose • Aalii