Welcome to DAR
The mission of the Division of Aquatic Resources is to work with the people of Hawai‘i to manage, conserve and restore the state’s unique aquatic resources and ecosystems for present and future generations.
NOTICES
Closed seasons
‘Ama‘ama (striped mullet) closed Dec-Mar
Waikīkī-Diamond Head
Open to fishing during 2024
Kōke‘e, Kaua‘i
Closed until Summer 2024
West Hawai‘i Regional FMA
Pāku‘iku‘i closed until Dec 2024
Coral bleaching
Saving Coral and The Coral Pledge
Report bleaching
Latest information: Recovery Plan
ANNOUNCEMENTS
- Draft designation documents published for proposed Papahānaumokuākea National Marine Sanctuary
- Nakoa Grounding Civil Fines Public Input Meeting scheduled for February 22
- DAR Accomplishments Report for the calendar year 2023 available
- DAR requests approval for herbivore, ocean stewardship fee, and Molokini measures at Dec 7 Land Board meeting