![The Mindanao gum tree, also known as rainbow eucalyptus, has a unique multi-hued bark. Patches of outer bark shed at different times, showing a bright green inner bark. This then darkens and matures, developing blue, purple, orange and maroon tones. The tree hugged by Halli Holmgren is part of a small forest up at Wailua Arboretum.](https://i0.wp.com/www.forkauaionline.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Mindanao-gum.jpg?resize=300%2C200)
The Mindanao gum tree, also known as rainbow eucalyptus, has a unique multi-hued bark. Patches of outer bark shed at different times, showing a bright green inner bark. This then darkens and matures, developing blue, purple, orange and maroon tones. The tree hugged by Halli Holmgren is part of a small forest up at Wailua Arboretum.
A good snapshot may reveal a simple pleasure that otherwise goes unnoticed. The Local Snapshots is just a tiny collection of what Kaua‘i offers to locals and visitors. Indulge yourself. And if you have any suggestions or pictures, send it to editor@forKaua‘ionline.com.
![Peacock A peacock has a gorgeous tail, made with stuff from fairy tales, but the entire bird is actually a walking piece of art, like this one here at Smith’s Tropical Paradise in Wailua.](https://i0.wp.com/www.forkauaionline.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Peacock.jpg?w=508&h=339&ssl=1)
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