Portuguese Man O’ War In Maui: How To Spot It And What To Do

May 19, 2026

Portuguese man o war show up in Maui during strong onshore winds and can still sting on the sand. Here’s how to spot them, avoid them, and handle stings.

Bluefin Trevally Maui: How To Spot Omilu While Snorkeling

May 8, 2026

Bluefin trevally (omilu) are Maui’s fast, flashy reef hunters with electric blue fins. Here’s how to spot them, where they hang out, and how to snorkel and photograph them.

Trumpetfish Maui Guide: How To Spot This Sneaky Reef Fish While Snorkeling

April 10, 2026

Trumpetfish are long, sneaky reef hunters that love blending in. Here’s how to spot them in Maui, plus fun facts and snorkeling tips.

Maui Sea Cucumbers Guide: What Loli Are And Why Reefs Need Them

March 27, 2026

Sea cucumbers (loli) are reef cleanup crews. Here’s why they matter, where you’ll see them, and how to snorkel around them responsibly.

Moorish Idol Fish In Maui: Kihikihi Guide For Snorkelers

March 6, 2026

Meet the Moorish idol fish in Maui, also called kihikihi. Learn how to identify this striped reef fish, where snorkelers may see it, what it eats, and how to enjoy…

Maui Box Jellyfish Calendar 2026: Dates, Beaches & Tips

February 13, 2026

Planning a Maui snorkel trip in 2026? Here's the Maui box jellyfish calendar, monthly high-risk windows, South Maui beach tips, and what to do if you're stung.

Hawksbill Sea Turtles In Maui: Rare Honuʻea Guide

January 20, 2026

Hawksbill sea turtles in Maui, called honuʻea, are rare reef turtles. Learn how to identify them, where they may appear, and how to view them safely.

Maui Wildlife Guide: Animals To See On Land And Sea

January 2, 2026

Maui wildlife includes sea turtles, tropical reef fish, rays, dolphins, monk seals, humpback whales in winter, nēnē, seabirds, geckos, mongooses, and axis deer. This guide shows where to look, when…

Long Skinny Fish in Maui: How to Tell Needlefish, Trumpetfish, And Cornetfish Apart

December 16, 2025

If you’ve ever wondered what that long, skinny fish was in Maui, this guide helps you identify needlefish, trumpetfish, and cornetfish with easy snorkeler clues.

Are There Sharks in Maui? What Snorkelers Should Know

November 25, 2025

Yes, there are sharks in Maui, but that doesn’t mean you need to skip the ocean. You’ll learn how rare shark incidents are, when risk is higher, and what simple…

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