Hawaii schoolchildren learn a number of state symbols: the state flower, the yellow hibiscus; the state bird, the nene; the state tree, kukui; and so on. Then there’s the proposed addition of an ...

“There are 24 official (Hawaii) state symbols today,” Sue said. “The shaka’s not included among them, but if you think about the shaka … it is Hawaii.” ...

Symbols can project a state’s identity and protect its cultural heritage. Mr Wakai said he wanted to make sure Hawaii got the shaka first: he is still miffed that California (like Hawaii) made ...

Hawaii's state fish is distinct for its long name – the humuhumunukunukuapua‘a, or rectangular triggerfish. Idaho The cutthroat trout , native to Idaho, is the state's official fish.

Over the past year, hundreds of school children, teachers and state lawmakers fought for the measure to be passed. “Ohia lehua is a symbol of Hawaii,” said Ige.

In a nod to its rich cultural heritage, Hawaii's State Legislature appears poised to designate the iconic "shaka" gesture as the island's official symbol, recognizing it as its birthplace. The ...