Pueo: Hawaii’s Daytime Owl of Legend 🦉 #Pueo #HawaiianWildlifeThe Hawaiian Short-Eared Owl, known locally as the Pueo, is a unique subspecies of the short-eared owl found on the Hawaiian Islands. Unlike many owls, Pueos are diurnal, actively hunting during the day. They have striking yellow eyes, mottled brown feathers, and a distinctive facial disk. These owls inhabit open grasslands and forest edges, preying on rodents, insects, and small birds. The Pueo holds cultural significance in Hawaiia

The landscapes of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, established in 1916, are like no other. With glowing lava flows and centuries-old petroglyphs, this park is a place of both spectacular natural beauty and remarkable cultural history. 🌋 #AmericasNationalParks is now streaming on Disney and Hulu. | National Geographic History

Scenic footage of two volcanic vents erupting fountains of lava in the summit crater of Kīlauea volcano. NPS Video/Janice Wei | Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park