"It's part of our culture, as Hawaiians, Kanaka, Pacific Islanders." ...

Hawaii never passed a law naming the Honu (the green sea turtle) as its official state animal, yet few creatures are more closely associated with the islands. Visitors quickly notice how often turtle ...

Mac Poepoe grew up diving in the waters off Molokai to spear honu — Hawaii’s distinct species of green sea turtle — that helped feed his family. He also often saw other fishermen hunt honu for profit, ...

Maui Ocean Center, named one of the “Top 10 Aquariums in the World” by TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice, is proud to announce a new addition to its sea turtle ohana: six baby Hawaiian green sea turtles.

A man sparked outrage after he was caught on video picking up and posing with a Hawaiian green sea turtle "Knock it off. Respect our wildlife as you would the wildlife where you come from," Jason ...

HONOLULU (KHON2) — It’s peak sea turtle nesting season! From August through November, adult female sea turtles will be seeking sanctuary in Hawaii’s sandy beaches to lay their eggs. Endangered sea ...

The green sea turtle holds a special place in Hawaiian history and culture – they’re often associated as a symbol of wisdom, good fortune, or spiritual guardians. And quite often, while surfing or ...