Division of Aquatic Resources

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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): Dec-Feb

Waikīkī-Diamond Head
Closed to fishing during 2021

Kōke‘e, Kaua‘i
Rainbow trout season closed until summer 2021

Coral bleaching
Saving Coral and The Coral Pledge
Report bleaching
Latest information: Recovery Plan
Coral Restoration Nursery video

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Commercial fishers notified that all aquarium collection is banned
Public hearing scheduled for January 19 on proposed rule changes to Pūpūkea Marine Life Conservation District, O‘ahu
Public hearing scheduled for January 21 on proposal to increase non-resident Commercial Marine License fees
Update of court rulings regarding aquarium fishing: issuing and renewing commercial marine licenses temporarily suspended

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