Hanauma Bay, on the southeast shore of O ahu, is a partially submerged volcanic crater now thriving with marine life. The inner waters are calm, the fish plentiful and unafraid, and the setting spectacular. This colorful field guide depicts 156 species of marine animals likely to be seen by snorkelers in the shallow waters of Hanauma, including vivid parrotfishes, spiny porcupinefishes, the leaping crocodile needlefish, and Hawai i s unofficial State Fish, the shy little humuhumu-nukunuku-ä-pua a. Sharks, rays, sea turtles, shrimps, crabs, shells and corals are also included. Full-color photographs are accompanied by descriptions of appearance, habitat, life cycle, habits, and interesting anecdotes about each species. Locals and visitors, snorkelers, swimmers, and even the occasional wading beachwalker will find this guide useful and insightful when observing Hawai i s marine life.
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