An illuminating new tool against Hawaii’s coqui frogs

PALOLO, Hawaii (KHON2) — A new tool is giving Hawaii’s coqui frog hunters a brighter edge in the fight against the invasive species.

Ultraviolet lights are being used to spot the frogs at night with great success.

Dedicated freelance coqui frog hunter Michael Shiroma has worked alongside community members and Hawaii State officials for years to mainly hunt coqui frogs in Palolo Valley…

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