Oʻahu Forest National Wildlife Refuge
Protected wildlife refuge in Oʻahu, Hawaii
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Oʻahu Forest National Wildlife Refuge was established in 2000 to protect fish, wildlife, and plants which are listed as threatened or endangered species.[2] The refuge encompasses approximately 4,525 acres (18.31 km2) and is managed by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.
LocationOʻahu, Hawaii, United States
NearestcityKahaluu, Hawaii
Coordinates21°29′04″N 157°55′20″W[1]
Area4,525 acres (18.31 km2)
| Oʻahu Forest National Wildlife Refuge | |
|---|---|
IUCN category IV (habitat/species management area) | |
  Map of Hawaii | |
| Location | Oʻahu, Hawaii, United States |
| Nearest city | Kahaluu, Hawaii |
| Coordinates | 21°29′04″N 157°55′20″W[1] |
| Area | 4,525 acres (18.31 km2) |
| Established | 2000 |
| Governing body | U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Website | Oahu Forest National Wildlife Refuge |
Landscape
The Refuge is located on the upper slopes of the northern Koʻolau Range, on the island of O'ahu.
Natural resources
Oʻahu Forest National Wildlife Refuge is home to at least four species of endangered pupu kani oe (Oʻahu tree snails), 15 endangered plant species, and many native birds, including the Oʻahu ʻelepaio, ʻiʻiwi, pueo, and native honeycreepers.[3]
Public use
The Refuge is closed to the public.[citation needed]
