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 (striped mullet) Dec-Mar

Waikīkī-Diamond Head
Closed during 2025

Kōke‘e, Kaua‘i
Closed until Summer 2025

West Hawai‘i Regional FMA
Pāku‘iku‘i closed until Dec 2026

Coral bleaching

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Nonresidents now need a license to fish in the ocean
Papahānaumokuākea National Marine Sanctuary designation update 1/8/25
Statewide fisher Talk Story session scheduled for Thursday, January 23 via Zoom
Papahānaumokuākea National Marine Sanctuary designation update 12/23/24

Division of Aquatic Resources

Welcome to DAR

NOTICES

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Ocean Stewardship Fee

REEF HABITAT PLAN

Hawai‘i Sharks

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Reef Response

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