Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Net loss	$ (3,167)	$ (3,291)
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of taxes:
Foreign currency translation adjustments	857	(6)
Unrealized gain (loss) on investments	2,426	(482)
Other comprehensive income (loss)	3,283	(488)
Comprehensive income (loss)	116	(3,779)
Comprehensive loss attributable to noncontrolling interests		327
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to HKN, Inc. stockholders	$ 116	$ (3,452)