What should I be careful of in Hawaii?

Always pay attention to posted warning signs like high surf, strong currents, jellyfish present, and dangerous shore break, and be wary of weather alerts like flash flooding.



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Common Items from Hawaii NOT ALLOWED into the U.S. Mainland or Alaska
  • Fresh fruits and vegetables, some exceptions are those listed below as permitted.
  • Berries of any kind, including fresh coffee berries and sea grapes.
  • Cactus plants or cactus plant parts.
  • Cotton and cotton bolls.
  • Fresh flowers of jade vine, and Mauna Loa.


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The biggest predators you have to worry about in Hawaii are sharks.

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With its warm climate, Hawaii is a prime target for mosquitoes. While the biting insects make appearances year-round, the peak season for mosquito activity is the island's warmer months, which run from March through the early part of November.

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While it is nice to swim in the pool below the falls, we don't recommend swimming directly under the waterfall. The pressure of the water can be intense, and sometimes rocks and other debris can come over the falls without warning and cause injury.

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Many spiders are actually very important to our environment and island ecosystem. However, two spider species of concern that are seen in Hawaii are the Southern Black Widow (Latrodectus mactans) and the Brown Widow Spider (Latrodectus geometricus). Their bites can be dangerous and would require a visit to the doctor.

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Check the beach conditions: Before you swim, check the beach conditions and be aware of any potential hazards, such as rip currents or high waves. Stay within designated swimming areas: Many beaches have designated swimming areas monitored by lifeguards. Stay within these areas for added safe.

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Alligators are not native to Hawaii so the only place you might see them is at the zoo. Are there crocodiles in Hawaii? Nope! The main Hawaiian lizards you'll find are cute little geckos, which can be spotted in hotels, homes, businesses, restaurants, etc.

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HAWAII LAWS YOU MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT
  • Plastic Bags are Banned. ...
  • Traveling with Fruit or Critters. ...
  • Smoking with Keiki in the Car. ...
  • Don't Touch the Sea Turtles. ...
  • Don't Text in a Crosswalk.


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  • Don't remove sand from the beach. A small container of sand sounds like a cool souvenir, especially if taken from a black- or red-sand beach, but doing so is considered bad luck. ...
  • Don't take any lava rocks from Volcanoes National Park. ...
  • Don't take any pork over the Pali. ...
  • Don't bring bananas on a boat.


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If you're short on time, here's a quick answer to your question: The most dangerous bugs in Hawaii include the Hawaiian centipede, brown widow spider, kissing bug, and fire ants. All of these insects can inflict painful bites and stings, so it's important to watch out for them when exploring the islands.

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The State of Hawai'i is home to eight invasive species of mosquitoes - six that bite humans and two that feed solely on plants.

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Avoid swimming at night, dawn and dusk. Well, that's when sharks tend to be the most aggressive and active. See more shark avoiding tips here. On Oahu, Box jellyfish usually arrive to the near shore approximately 7 to 11 days after the full moon of each month.

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To live comfortably in Hawaii, an annual income of around $70,000 to $100,000 for a single person, or $120,000 to $200,000 for a family is recommended. Is it expensive to live in Hawaii? Yes, Hawaii is known for its high cost of living due to factors such as housing, groceries, utilities, and transportation.

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For the most part, you are very safe on the Hawaiian Islands from all animal and plant life. There are no large predators or snakes, and there are few plants that will irritate when hiking (no poison oak or ivy, for example). However, other hazards still exist.

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Answer and Explanation: There are no monkeys in Hawaii. Hawaii's indigenous animals, those that are native to the island, include the hoary bat, the Hawaiian state bird, the nene, which is a type of goose, the endangered Hawksbill sea turtle, and Hawaiian monk seals. There are also numerous kinds of native sea-birds.

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Not known to be established in Hawai'i, Call 911 or 643-PEST immediately to report any snake sighting.

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