Hawaii's native bird populations are facing increased threats due to severe weather events, particularly the recent Kona low storms. These storms have caused significant damage to conservation centers like the Keauhou Bird Conservation Center and the Maui Bird Conservation Center, which are vital for protecting endangered species such as the 'akeke'e and the 'alalā. The Keauhou center reported the loss of a critically endangered 'akeke'e bird, highlighting the immediate dangers posed by these storms. The damage to enclosures has also raised concerns about the potential spread of diseases among the bird populations, as the disruption of habitats and storm-induced mating behaviors can weaken their immune systems.