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Secrets of Hawaii :
Laniakea Beach |
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A.K.A Lani's Beach or “Turtle Beach” |
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Laniakea Beach is
a well known surfing spot on Oahu's North Shore. The beach
offers great sand and an opportunity to relax. So, bring our
swim wear and snorkel gear to enjoy a t day at the beach. But
the best thing about Laniakea Beach is the green sea turtles.
These green sea turtles (honu) at Laniakea come close
into to shore to feed on the seaweed growing on the rocks. The
green sea turtle is a reptile that can live up to 80 years of
age. Like other reptiles, the green sea turtle is cold-blooded.
So they will sometimes haul themselves up on the beach to bask
in the warm Hawaiian sun. They will allow people to swim and
snorkel in the water with them. Mostly a friendly lot, they have
been know to snap or nip people who have gotten to close. So
keep these four simple rules in mind when interacting with the
sea turtles.
- While snorkeling or swimming, try to
give the green sea turtles 10 feet of space, and do not block
the path of a surfacing sea turtle.
- Please to not block their way as they
make their way on to the beach.
- Do not handle or touch the sea turtles.
- Never ever ride on or sit on a green sea
turtle!
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Green Sea Turtle @ Laniakea Beach, Hawaii |
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Green Sea Turtle @ Laniakea Beach, Hawaii |
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Directions:
Laniakea Beach a.k.a. Lani's Beach or
“Turtle Beach” is not hard to find. From the historic town of
Haleiwa travel about 1.5 miles just before Pohaku Loa Way on Kam
Highway. When you see lots of cars parked in the dirt on the
right-hand side 'pull in !!!'. Across the street is Laniakea Beach.
The traffic is very heavy in this area. Please take care when
crossing the 2-lane highway. |
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| Sunset at
Laniakea Beach, North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii |
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| Basking
green sea turtle at
Laniakea, North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii |
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| Need to Know:
The green sea
turtle was listed as endangered/threatened species on July 28, 1978
under the federal Endangered Species Act. It is also protected under
Hawaii state law. |
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Caution: |
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The green sea
turtle is a wild animal. Extra care should be taken when
interacting with any wild animal. Please be tourist smart - do
not leave valuables in your car. |
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