I was told that there are BIG spiders there

[Andrew]

Les:

I always enjoy your posts.

Mahalo Nui Loa

Andrew

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Actually Dr. W, Hawaii does have the island blind snake []

But if it's truly "Blind" then they aren't to worry about.[8D]

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The name given at this site, Hawaiian Snake" is a bit misleading. This creature has its origins in Africa and Asia and was introduced to the Islands. Many references give it the common name, Brahminy Blind Snake. It's non-poisonous and usually hides underground, it's often mistaken for an earthworm. What's really interesting is that it is referred to as "parthenogenic" which means that the female can reproduce by herself. All of the resulting offspring are female and genetically identical, clones.

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[hooligal]

Kathy, so far I've grabbed any single type Hibiscus & it worked fine. However, I usually use the reds & pinks that I see alot in Puna. I tried a yellow today after providing a mosquito buffet - I still itched quite a bit. I don't know if any specific single hibiscus is better than others, but today would make me think so!

[missydog1]

Thanks hooligal! I do appreciate the tip!
I stopped growing red because I heard it got the worst blister mite, but I have some pink!