The Hawaiian crow, or ‘Alalā, isn’t just another pretty bird in paradise. It’s a symbol of intelligence, resilience, and the fierce struggle against the odds. Once a vibrant presence in ...

For decades, conservationists have been trying to save a critically endangered Hawaiian crow from extinction. Now, they have taken on a new strategy that involves relocating the birds to an island ...

The alala, or Hawaiian crow, is endemic to our islands, but due to impacts from introduced predators (such as cats and mongooses), loss of habitat, and diseases, they are now extinct in the wild.

Mamaki is also an important food source for the endangered alala (Hawaiian crow). A member of the nettle family (Urticaceae), mamaki lacks the stinging hairs of its continental cousins.