Haleakalā National Park on Maui introduced a “special appearance” on the shores of ‘Ohe’o Gulch that occurred final month. It’s an Ilioholoikauaua, considered one of two native mammals in Hawaii, and it’s napping. Can you notice it?
Ilioholoikauaua interprets to “the dog that runs in rough waters,” and is healthier referred to as an Hawaiian monk seal.
The park on Tuesday posted the picture of the sleepy customer on its Facebook page.
“According to NOAA, Hawaiian monk seals are one of the world’s most endangered species with just around 1,400 left in the wild,” the put up states. “They are solitary animals that spend most of their time at sea. You may find them catching some much-needed rest along the shoreline. It is important to allow them a significant amount of space to molt, rest, give birth, and care for their pups.”
This one had no worries about being bothered, as no people have been in sight.
“Hawaiian monk seals are often seen sleeping on the beach, digesting their food and resting from long hunts,” the Hanalei River Heritage Foundation writes.
But, as acknowledged, they spend most of their trip at sea the place they feed at depths as much as 1,000 toes. They can maintain their breath for as much as 20 minutes.
A more in-depth take a look at the sleeping Hawaiian monk seal:
