It is not uncommon to see these small owls gliding about. They have an important place in Hawaiian story and legend, and seeing them is said to be auspicious. Finally, you will reach South Point, the first mooring site of the ancient Polynesians who landed on the Big Island. The right fork in the road leads you to one of the most popular local fishing spots. Fisherman haul their catches up the cliffs by rope here, and there is a wonderful, huge blowhole nearby.
Local legend tells of a family who parked their rental van next to the blow hole.
The fork to the left in the road, leads to Green Sands Beach, which is composed of glistening green olivine crystals. Without 4 wheel drive there is a 3 mile hike each way to reach this novel site. Its remoteness and beauty are unique in all the islands.