KRKB

Saving Hawaiʻi's Kamehameha Butterflies

Deep in the lush forests of Hawaii flutters the spectacular Kamehameha butterfly, a brilliant insect that lives on these islands and absolutely nowhere else on Earth. Named in honor of the great warrior king who united the Hawaiian Islands, it is one of only two butterfly species completely native to the area. Thanks to a group of clever fifth graders, it even became the official state insect. But recently, people began to notice that the majestic butterflies were slowly disappearing. Enter a dedicated team of professional and citizen scientists who refused to let this beautiful creature vanish. You will learn all about the rich history of Hawaii and the inspiring efforts of the Pulelehua Project to restore the butterflys natural habitat. Dive into this captivating nature adventure and discover how everyday citizens are working together to help a royal butterfly survive and thrive.
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 48 Pages
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