If a Hawaiian monk seal appears on a beach near you, stay at least 50 feet away. And if it’s a mother and her pup, keep an even further distance as mothers are protective and can be aggressive ...

30 on a beach in Kauai. The Center, which has been working for years to save these rare seals, is teaming up with local groups in offering a $25,000 reward for information on RF58's killer. You can ...

If you saw her asleep on the beach, you’d be forgiven for mistaking her for a big rock, or a 450-pound lump of gray jelly. Her body’s covered in so many scars and shark bites that scientists don’t ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: It's common to see Hawaiian monk seals sleeping and sunning themselves ... Jill Schildhouse Po'ipu Beach Park is popular with both residents of and visitors to Kaua'i.

DESCRIPTION: Named for its resemblance to a Catholic monk, the Hawaiian monk seal has folds around its neck and is gray in color, with pelage often turning brown from weathering. Adult females weigh ...

Those looking for a little more adventure can enjoy bodyboarding (the beach features small waves) and snorkeling. U.S. News Insider Tip: It's common to see Hawaiian monk seals sleeping and sunning ...