National Wildlife Research Center (NWRC)

Field Station Leader: Dr. William C. Pitt,
(will.pitt@aphis.usda.gov)
Research Wildlife Biologist

USDA/APHIS/WS/NWRC
Hilo Field Station
P.O. Box 10880
Hilo, HI 96721
Phone: (808) 961-4482
Fax: (808) 961-4776

The Hawaii field station was established in 1967 to conduct research to reduce rodent depredation in Hawaiian agricultural crops, particularly sugarcane and macadamia nuts. Biologists at the Hawaii field station conduct laboratory and field studies to develop biological and ecological data needed for more effective use of new and existing methods to control rat damage. They study the biology and impact of rats, as well as evaluate the efficacy and safety of control techniques. In addition to addressing wildlife problems in agricultural crops, station biologists are also involved in applying the knowledge and techniques gained in agricultural settings to develop appropriate methods and tools for controlling rats in native ecosystems.

Methods and Strategies to Manage Invasive Species Impacts to Agriculture in Hawaii*

*the official "Research Project" that describes the primary focus of research performed at this NWRC field station. The Project Web pages, in turn, describe goals, objectives and accomplishments of the research.

History of the field station

Publications