Camp `Ake`ake
Camp `Ake`ake
ʻAkēʻakē are small, nocturnal seabirds that nest in remote high-elevation lava fields on Mauna Loa, far from the ocean. They spend nearly their entire lives at sea, returning to land only at night to breed in crevices and burrows in rugged volcanic terrain.
In Hawaiʻi, ʻakēʻakē are among the least seen and most elusive seabirds, with nesting sites on Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea that are extremely isolated.
Despite this remoteness, ʻakēʻakē face serious threats. Even in these isolated lava fields, feral cats locate nesting areas and prey on adults, eggs, and chicks. Rats and mongoose also contribute to nest predation. Artificial light can disorient birds, causing grounding and increasing vulnerability to predators.
Additional pressures include habitat disturbance, climate impacts, and low reproductive rates, as each pair raises only a single chick per breeding attempt.
ʻAkēʻakē are considered endangered in Hawaiʻi, and ongoing conservation efforts focus on predator control, monitoring remote colonies, and reducing light attraction to protect remaining populations.
100% cotton, medium weight fabric.
| M | L | XL | |
| Width, in | 20.00 | 22.00 | 24.00 |
| Length, in | 29.00 | 30.00 | 31.00 |
| Sleeve length (from center back), in | 16.50 | 18.00 | 19.50 |
| Size tolerance, in | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 |
20% of proceeds for this product will be donated to Conservation Dogs of Hawaii.