Division of Aquatic Resources

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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: December-March

Waikīkī-Diamond Head
Closed to fishing during 2019

Kōke‘e, Kaua‘i
Trout season closed until summer 2020

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

ANNOUNCEMENTS

“Mauka to Makai” brochure highlights DAR projects
Statewide hearings scheduled for proposed updates to rules pertaining to lobster, Kona crabs, and Samoan crabs
Warming ocean brings coral bleaching back to Hawaiian waters
Four Bottomfish Restricted Fishing Areas will re-open July 1

Division of Aquatic Resources

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Hawaii Sharks

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