Honu swimming in clear ocean water, Tunnels Beach, Kauai
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Depending who you ask and where you go, you'll hear different names for our hard-backed buddy here: Known to most English speakers as the green or black sea turtle, the species is traditionally called 'honu' here in Hawaii. With their affinity for sleeping in the sand and swimming close to shore, honu are the most commonly seen of the five sea turtle species living in the state. No matter which island you visit (our photo shows the jagged coast of Kaua'i), you're very likely to encounter these gentle reptiles on a Hawaiian vacation—but if you see one, give it plenty of personal space. It's illegal in Hawaii to touch any type of sea turtle, and keeping at least 10 feet of distance is recommended.
无与伦比的天堂之境
在珊瑚礁之上
鸟儿遇见海滩
沐浴在晚霞中的海岸
濒临消失的天堂
珍珠般珍贵的省份
不会飞，但很机灵
错落有致的半岛
