The Return of the White Tern
Clip: Episode 3 | 2m 12sVideo has Closed Captions
White terns were once revered by the ancient Polynesians.
White terns were once revered by the ancient Polynesians who believed that the sight of this bird with a bill full of fish was a sign of nearby land. Though it’s believed that the arrival of humans resulted in the near extinction of this animal, in the last 60 years their numbers have risen from a single pair to over 2,000 birds across Honolulu.
The Return of the White Tern
Clip: Episode 3 | 2m 12sVideo has Closed Captions
White terns were once revered by the ancient Polynesians who believed that the sight of this bird with a bill full of fish was a sign of nearby land. Though it’s believed that the arrival of humans resulted in the near extinction of this animal, in the last 60 years their numbers have risen from a single pair to over 2,000 birds across Honolulu.
How to Watch Islands of Wonder
Islands of Wonder is available to stream on pbs.org and the free PBS App, available on iPhone, Apple TV, Android TV, Android smartphones, Amazon Fire TV, Amazon Fire Tablet, Roku, Samsung Smart TV, and Vizio.
Buy Now
Providing Support for PBS.org
Learn Moreabout PBS online sponsorship
Video has Closed Captions
The most remote island chain on Earth, Hawaii is a haven for wildlife. (30s)
Video has Closed Captions
Hawaii’s upland rivers provide a safe haven from predators for young gobies. (2m 37s)
A Race to Honor Hawaii’s Ancestors
Video has Closed Captions
In honor of their seafaring ancestors, Hawaii hosts a 42-mile canoe race every year. (4m 17s)
Providing Support for PBS.org
Learn Moreabout PBS online sponsorship
