Introduction

A-1-98-HW Survey
Methods
Regional Maps

Study Areas
Kauai (1) (2)
Oahu
Maui
Hawaii

Conclusions

Appendix 1
Table A1
Table A2

Figures
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Plate 1
Plate 2
Plate 3
Plate 4
Plate 5
Plate 6
Plate 7
Plate 8

Acknowledgments

References (1) (2)

Contact:
M.E. Torresan
J.V. Gardner

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