Tree densities in subalpine woodland on Mauna Kea, Hawaii

Author:

Hess, Steven, Banko, Paul C., Brenner, Gregory J., Jacobi, James D.

Title:

Tree densities in subalpine woodland on Mauna Kea, Hawaii

Periodical:

Proceedings of the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies

Year:

1996

Subject:

Mamane Sophora chrysophylla Trees Hawaii Island Palila Habitat conservation Feral livestock Mauna Kea

Summary:

Tree density and crown dimensions were measured to determine forest structure and to identify factor correlated with mamane regeneration in habitat supporting Palila on the west slope of Mauna Kea. Sophora density is the greatest in higher elevations and the lowest in mid-elevation areas where the grass densities are greatest. Supplemental plantings of Sophora combined with grass reduction may be necessary to improve habitat for Palila.

Date:

July 22-26, 1996

Collection:

Monographs