A new 5,600-foot-long conservation fence at Mokio Preserve on Molokai protects seabirds from predators. The $1 million fence, built over four years, is made of Aquamesh and aims to protect endangered seabirds from predators such as feral cats, mongooses, rats, and mice.
The fence is part of a restoration effort to transform former ranch land into a dune ecosystem supporting endangered plant and pollinator species unique to Hawaii. It also provides a safe haven for seabirds.
The Mokio Preserve was recently ranked as a “Top 5” priority location for seabird restoration across all U.S. Pacific islands. Seabirds play a critical role in coastal and island ecosystems, and their droppings fertilize coastal plants, forests, and nearshore waters. Healthy seabird populations have healthier coral reefs and fish populations near them.
The executive director of Molokai Land Trust expressed excitement at the transformation of the area, hoping that seeing this restored land will inspire others to do the same across the islands.
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