“Aloha” is the heartfelt greetings one can hear throughout Hawaii’s Islands. There are eight major islands, made up of a number of atolls, smaller islets and drowned seamounts in the North Pacific Ocean. The Hawaii’s Islands are considered as some of the most beautiful islands in the world. The blue waters blanket the islands and white sand brightens the beaches in the paradise of America.
Formed wholly by volcanic eruptions, the main islands frequented by tourists are Kaua’i, O’ahu, Moloka’i, Lana’i, Maui and Hawaii Island. The unique topography, constantly erupting Kilauea volcano, the diverse habitats, myriad of cultures and stunning waves and pristine beaches are perpetually alluring. For many who have been there, once is never enough. While tourism is Hawaii’s Islands main industry, the agricultural sector is another important facet of the islands’ economy. Coffee, macadamia nuts, cane sugar, pineapples and bananas are some of the main agricultural products exported.
Flora and Fauna
The spectacular flora and lush foliage and diverse vegetation in the islands have often played second fiddle to the beautiful beaches. The vegetation zones include alpine vegetation, subalpine communities. montane dry and wetlands, and the lowland and coastal communities. With unique native flora, and other imported flora, Hawaii’s Islands are home to some stunning plant species. The marine life presents a whole new underwater world like no other. The islands’ isolated location right in the middle of the Pacific, has created a conducive environment of rich population of marine species and a dynamic reef ecosystem. Many endangered species such as the green sea turtles have found protection in the waters of the Hawaii’s Islands.
With an abundant of environment’s treasures on land and under water, Hawaii’s Islands will remain a paradise of nature for all to respect and revere.
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