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Lehua

Lehua

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A small uninhabited volcanic island near Niihau in Hawaii known for seabird colonies
  • proper noun
  • /leɪˈhuːə/
: Lehua
  • Lehua is a vital habitat for seabirds, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts.

Examples

  • During our trip, we visited Lehua, where we could observe the unique wildlife thriving on the uninhabited islet.

  • If one removed predators from Kahoolawe and Lehua islands, this would provide additional management opportunities.

    Academic text (2012)

  • The boat anchored near Lehua, providing us a chance to see the seabirds nesting on the islet.

Surface Forms

Lehua main

Etymology

The word Lehua comes from the Hawaiian lehua, the name of a bright red mountain flower ('red flower'). So the small islet was named after that flower, and picturing the red lehua rising from the sea makes the island easy to remember.