HI SCR114

Designates August 8, 2023, as Hawaiian Honeycreepers Celebration Day throughout the State of Hawaii.

Acknowledges that 95 of 142 endemic Hawaiian bird species have become extinct, with only 17 of more than 50 honeycreeper species remaining, and 12 of those designated as critically endangered or threatened.

Identifies major threats to honeycreepers including habitat loss, invasive species, avian malaria transmitted by mosquitoes, and predation by invasive rats, cats, and mongoose.

Encourages people, organizations, and government to observe the celebration day with appropriate activities and ceremonies to strengthen support for native bird conservation efforts.

Directs certified copies be transmitted to Hawaii's congressional delegation, federal agencies, state officials, county mayors, and various conservation organizations working on Hawaiian native bird restoration.