Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park

Latest Episodes:

Invasive Species Jul 27, 2011

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Explore the damaging role that invasive species play in the park.

Silverswords: Rarer Than Diamonds Jul 27, 2011

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Discover the uniqueness of these rare plants.

`U`au (The Hawaiian Petrel) Jul 27, 2011

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Discover the life and challenges of the `Ua`u (Hawaiian Petrel)--from the ocean to the high slopes of Mauna Loa.

Deformation on Kīlauea Jul 27, 2011

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Join USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientist Mike Poland to discover how geologists monitor deformation on Kīlauea volcano.

Formation of Kīlauea Caldera and its Violent Past Jul 27, 2011

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Join USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientist Don Swanson to discover how Kīlauea Caldera formed and its history of violent eruptions.

Lava Flows and Lava Tubes on Kīlauea Jul 27, 2011

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Join USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientist Matt Patrick to discover the characteristics of lava flows and formation of lava tubes.

Lava Tube Formation Jul 27, 2011

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Discover how lava tubes form with Ranger Dave Barnes.

Lava Entering the Ocean Jul 27, 2011

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This video provides a rare, up-close view of a recent ocean entry with littoral explosions.

Lava Flows: Hotspots to Volcanoes Jul 27, 2011

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Discover how Hawaiian volcanoes form.