Despite its small size Hawaii is one of the four most ecologically diverse US states, the others being California, Texas, and Alabama. It is estimated that over 21,000 species have been recorded in the Hawaii rainforest, surrounding ocean, and other locations.
Some of the most notable animals in Hawaii are manta rays, chameleons, dolphins, whales, and tiger sharks.
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