These pests have been wreaking havoc on Hawaii's vegetation, and palm trees in particular. If you spot one, don't let it go — ...

The French may have named it “coconut” because the French word for shell is “coque.” ...

The state Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity will move forward with starting an interim rule-making process to combat the coconut rhinoceros beetle on the Big Island.

Hawaiʻi island residents have been tracking coconut rhinoceros beetles' destruction throughout the islands. Fearing the same for their home, they're urging the state to move faster.

For those who depend on coconuts, few options exist to fight invasive beetles – Hawaii News | West Hawaii Today ...