COCONUT
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Interim Rule and Compliance Agreement FAQ

Jul 18

Interim Rule and Compliance Agreement FAQ

On July 1, 2022 the Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture (HDOA) approved Plant Quarantine Interim Rule 22-1, which restricts the movement of...

March 2022: Fumigation and palm treatments showing positive results in reducing CRB trap catches

Mar 3

March 2022: Fumigation and palm treatments showing positive results in reducing CRB trap catches

With new treatments in action, increased public awareness about CRB, and higher stakes than ever, we're excited for what this year holds....

Where are coconut rhinoceros beetles on Oʻahu? (May - October 2021 trap catches)

Nov 1, 2021

Where are coconut rhinoceros beetles on Oʻahu? (May - October 2021 trap catches)

Pearl City Peninsula, Waipio Peninsula, West Loch, Mililani, and Kunia are coconut rhinoceros beetle hot spots on Oʻahu as of October...

Research & Response Updates (September 2021 Newsletter)

Sep 3, 2021

Research & Response Updates (September 2021 Newsletter)

This information was originally shared through the Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle (CRB) Response's quarterly newsletter. To sign up for...

6 Month Detections Map (Feb-July 2021)

Aug 3, 2021

6 Month Detections Map (Feb-July 2021)

Coconut rhinoceros beetle (CRB) continues to spread to new areas on Oʻahu. Our current detections map shows increased beetle populations...

Canines expand the abilities of CRB Response team (June 2021 Newsletter)

Jun 7, 2021

Canines expand the abilities of CRB Response team (June 2021 Newsletter)

This information was originally shared through the Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle (CRB) Response's quarterly newsletter. To sign up for...

It's Native Hawaiian Plant Month!

Apr 9, 2021

It's Native Hawaiian Plant Month!

We’re celebrating by highlighting some of the important palm species we work to protect. Working in invasive species, you'd think our...

Responding to outlier CRB catches (March 2021 Newsletter)

Mar 1, 2021

Responding to outlier CRB catches (March 2021 Newsletter)

This information was originally shared through the Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle (CRB) Response's quarterly newsletter. To sign up for...

Invasive species eradication through COVID-19 (December 2020 Newsletter)

Dec 1, 2020

Invasive species eradication through COVID-19 (December 2020 Newsletter)

Work to stop the spread of coconut rhinoceros beetle on Oahu continued despite changes due to COVID-19.

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More videos from the CRB Response on Youtube

Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle - a Threat to the Indigenous Hawaiian Culture

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Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle - a Threat to the Indigenous Hawaiian Culture

Leaders of Keiki O Ka 'Aina Family Learning Centers, a statewide non-profit organization, share their deep concerns about the potential devastating impact of the Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle on Hawaii's environment, economy, and perhaps most importantly, culture. If the beetle cannot be eradicated or controlled, it could threaten the perpetuation of cultural practices that are based on the coconut, loulu, kalo, and other culturally significant plants. This video was made by Outside Hawai'i for Malama Learning Center. copyright 2019

Cody: Canine Handler for Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle Detection Dog

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Cody: Canine Handler for Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle Detection Dog

Meet Cody and Bravo: a dynamic duo of CRB Canine Handler and detection dog! Bravo is trained to sniff out coconut rhinoceros beetle larvae in potential breeding material. Cody helps Bravo hone his skills, and in this video he explains why he loves his job. Learn more about CRB at crbhawaii.org. Mahalo to Jordan Darley, our videographer! To get connected with Jordan or view more of his work, visit www.bydarls.com

Aina and Place Based Learning Through Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle Outreach

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Aina and Place Based Learning Through Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle Outreach

This is the final of three videos about Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle outreach with teachers and students. Malama Learning Center has been working in partnership with the Coconut Rhinoceros Response Team and many others to share information about this invasive pest so that more people in the community can watch out for the beetle and report their findings. This is an example of aina and place-based education in action! This video was created for Malama Learning Center through a grant from the USDA APHIS program.

Why we do this work: Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle Response Team

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Why we do this work: Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle Response Team

Field team members from the Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle Response share what makes them passionate about the work they do to protect Hawaii's communities, ecosystems, and economy from the threats and impacts of CRB. Learn more about CRB at crbhawaii.org. Mahalo to Jordan Darley, our videographer! To get connected with Jordan or view more of his work, visit www.bydarls.com

Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle Education at Keone`ula Elementary School

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Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle Education at Keone`ula Elementary School

Teachers at Keone'ula Elementary School in 'Ewa Beach, O'ahu, have been teaching their students about the invasive Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle through their Native Hawaiian Plant Garden and after school garden club. These students have learned a lot about the beetle and how we can prevent its spread throughout the islands. This video was created by Outside Hawai`i for Malama Learning Center through a grant from the USDA APHIS program.