Home > Islets > Maui > Mokupipi ISLETS: MAUI > MOKUPIPI Mokupipi   Mokupipi - Photo: F & K Starr Mokupipi - Photo: F & K Starr   Mokupipi - Photo: F & K Starr Mokupipi - Photo: F & K Starr   Mokupipi - Photo: F & K Starr Physical Features Mokupipi is a small (0.9 acres) flat, 40 foot tall sea stack with a few surrounding tide pools. The islet is relatively close to shore and lies off of Nahiku. Regulations Mokupipi is state property. State and/or federal law protects all native wildlife and plants. Birds An April 2005 survey noted about a dozen Wedge-tailed shearwater pairs were observed resting in their burrows and among the naupaka. Several Black noddies were observed flying around the islet. Plants An April 2005 survey recorded 11 plant species; 7 native and 4 introduced. The islet is covered mostly with naupaka on the taller outcrop with a mix of Button sedge (Fimbristylis cymosa) and Akulikuli on the lower portion. The 2005 survey also recorded the presence of the endangered grass, Ischaemum byrone. Insects Limited insect collections were made in April 2005. Although all species identifications are not yet available, invasive crazy ants (Paratrechina longicornis) are present. Marine Organisms No marine survey data is known. Human Uses No human uses are known. Threats Weedy plant species such as Chinese banyan (Ficus microcarpa) and alien grass species can compete with native species for space and nutrients. Invasive ants are also a potential threat to native plants, insects, and seabird chicks. > Back to top of page Home  Islets  Species  Projects  Outreach  Links  About Us