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HRS §5-11.3

State insect

This section names the Kamehameha butterfly (pulelehua) as Hawaii's official state insect. It is a simple designation and does not create any duties or rules for residents.

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The statute, as written — State insect

The pulelehua (Vanessa tameamea), also known as the Kamehameha butterfly, is established and designated as the official insect of the State.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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