Bigeye Emperor In Maui: How To Identify Mū While Snorkeling

September 15, 2026

Big eyes, a rounded face, and an almost motionless hover make the bigeye emperor a fish worth recognizing. Get to know Maui’s mū, from its changing markings to the shell-crushing…

Goatfish In Maui: Species, Hawaiian Names, And Snorkeling Tips

September 4, 2026

Learn how to identify Maui goatfish by their whisker-like barbels, Hawaiian names, color patterns, feeding behavior, and favorite reef habitats.

Pufferfish In Maui: Species, Identification, Puffing, And Safety

August 25, 2026

Learn how to identify guineafowl puffers, white-spotted puffers, and Hawaiʻi’s endemic whitespotted toby while snorkeling around Maui.

Hawaiian Spiny Lobster In Maui: Ula Identification, Behavior, And Snorkeling Tips

July 31, 2026

Meet Maui’s Hawaiian spiny lobster, a nocturnal reef crustacean with long antennae, no oversized claws, a noisy defense, and a remarkable larval journey.

Porcupinefish In Maui: Spot-Fin Identification, Behavior, And Snorkeling Tips

July 24, 2026

Meet Maui’s spot-fin porcupinefish, a shy, spotted reef fish with fold-down spines, a powerful beak, and one unforgettable defense strategy.

Whale Sharks In Maui: Sightings, Safety, And What To Expect

July 7, 2026

Whale sharks pass through Hawaiian waters, but Maui sightings are rare and unpredictable. Learn how to identify the world’s largest fish and respond responsibly.

Manta Rays In Maui: Are They Common And Where Might You See One?

June 19, 2026

Can you see manta rays in Maui? Sometimes, but sightings are a special bonus. Here’s how to identify them, where to look, and what to do if one glides by.

Scrawled Filefish In Maui: How To Spot Loulu While Snorkeling

June 2, 2026

Learn how to spot scrawled filefish in Maui, including loulu ID clues, where to look near reef edges, what they eat, and safe snorkeling tips.

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.

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