About the Hawaiian Goose
The nene, also known as the nēnē or the Hawaiian goose, is a species of bird endemic to the Hawaiian Islands. The nene is exclusively found in the wild on the islands of Maui, Kauaʻi, Molokaʻi, and Hawaiʻi. In 1957, it was designated as the official state bird of the state of Hawaiʻi.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl (Anatidae) |
| Species | Branta sandvicensis |
| Species Codes | hawgoo, HAGO, NENE |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Hawaiian Goose belong to?
The Hawaiian Goose (Branta sandvicensis) belongs to the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), in the order Anseriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Hawaiian Goose?
The Hawaiian Goose is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.
How can I identify the Hawaiian Goose?
The nene, also known as the nēnē or the Hawaiian goose, is a species of bird endemic to the Hawaiian Islands. The nene is exclusively found in the wild on the islands of Maui, Kauaʻi, Molokaʻi, and Hawaiʻi. In 1957, it was designated as the official state bird of the state of Hawaiʻi....
Where can I report a Hawaiian Goose sighting?
You can log sightings of Hawaiian Goose on eBird (ebird.org) using species code hawgoo, or on iNaturalist.
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