What's the problem with coqui frogs?
They are NOISY!
Males produce a continuous two-tone "ko-KEE" mating call at night that can be as loud as a chainsaw.
Native to Puerto Rico, coqui frogs have no natural enemies in Hawaii and are multiplying out of control.

We need your help!
HOW CAN I HELP?

Don't bring plants to Volcano
Coqui and their eggs are marvelous hitchhikers.
If you must bring plants, quarantine them for at least a week.
Place a transparent plastic bag over the top and tie at the soil line so you can see coqui.
Do an egg cluster inspection.

Avoid parking in frog-infested areas
especially overnight. If you do park overnight at the airport, for example,
you can rid your car of frogs by putting it through the car wash!

Monitor closely after deliveries
from the lowlands.

Report all calling frogs
call the Volcano Coqui Hotline: 443-4023
(recording gives you name and number of the contact person in your subdivision)
If you call us WHEN THE FROG IS CALLING, we can usually
catch the frog that same evening!
OR
visit the Coqui Table Sundays at Volcano Farmers' Market during the warmer months

Join the cadre of dedicated volunteers
Call Kim Tavares at 443-4035 to get started with a trained volunteer!

Patrol your neighborhood for calling frogs
Walk the streets after dark, or "drive 'n stop" with windows down to listen.

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(frequently asked questions on coqui frogs in Volcano)

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