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Kīlauea Point is home to one of the largest colonies of red-footed boobies (ā) in the world.
Humpback whales - October through May. Best from January to February.
Spinner Dolphins - Year round
Green Sea Turtles - Year Round
Monk Seal - Year round. Best seen in the summer.
Seabirds - please visit our species page for more information
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