Coqui have the perfect environment in Hawaii, one that lacks the lizards, tarantulas and snakes found in their native Puerto Rico. They reach densities two to three times greater in Hawaii than in ...

WAIMANALO, Hawaii (KHON2) — Officials in east Oahu ... little fire ants and coqui frogs are the most detrimental. “These three are, it could be end game if if we see these three get out ...

Besides the noise, experts said coqui frogs eat lots of native bugs, which can disrupt other animals in Hawaii’s ecosystem. More coqui frog problems are also rising in Palolo and Kuliouou.

MAUI INVASIVE SPECIES COMMITTEE photo Report chirping coqui. Hawaii’s wet season (hooilo) is typically November through April. Coqui tend to go out during rainfall or just after it has rained ...

Coquí frogs are cultural symbols in Puerto Rico, well known for the “ko-kee” call made by the common coquí, Eleutherodactylus coqui. In fact, 16 distinct species can be found on the island — and ...