Ocean Blog
New Director Named For Hawai‘i CISKC
Dr. Rosie ʻAnolani Alegado, has been named the new director of Hawai‘i Sea Grant’s Center for Integrated Science, Knowledge and Culture.
Kīlauea Eruption Affects Ocean Microbes & Ecosystem
The School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology returned from a four-day expedition to investigate the effects of the Kīlauea volcanic eruption on marine life near Kapoho.
Sea Urchins Help Scrub Reef-Smothering Algae
A management approach that combines manual removal and outplanting native sea urchin is effective in reducing invasive, reef-smothering macroalgae by 85%.
Environmental Groups Demand End to Aquarium Industry Harvesting
Native Hawaiian, environmental and wildlife protection groups urged Gov. David Ige to immediately halt all extraction of marine animals for aquarium purposes.
UH Study Finds Adult Fish ‘Predict’ Food Availability for Young
The study results will be useful for predicting fishery catch availability.
EIS Required for Commercial Aquarium Permits
After a full and thorough review of two Final Environment Assessments (EAs) prepared by the Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council (PIJAC).
Climate Commission Leadership Applauds Honolulu Directive
Mayor directs city & county to address sea level rise impacts.
Scientists Explore Deep-Sea Areas Targeted for Seafloor Mining
A research team led by scientists from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, recently returned from a 34-day expedition to study deep-sea biodiversity.
Over $2.6 Million for Ocean Observation & Forecasting
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration will award $2,659,836 to the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa.
Humpback Whale Mothers Employ Acoustic Camouflage to Avoid Males
The University of Hawai‘i at Hilo reports that it is well established that humpback whale mothers with newborn calves favor shallow waters in their breeding grounds.
UH to Receive More Than $1.7 Million for Ocean Research
Sen. Brian Schatz announced that the NOAA will award a total of $1,748,582 to the University of Hawai‘i to fund its Sea Grant College Program.
Study: Nutrient Pollution Worsens Ocean for Coral Reefs
Nutrient pollution may be accelerating global ocean acidification.
Rep. Gabbard Calls for Protection of Our Oceans
In honor of World Oceans Day, Rep. Tulsi Gabbard called on the people of Hawai‘i and across the country to take action to protect and preserve the world’s oceans for generations to come.
Third Annual World Oceans Day
Celebrate the third annual World Oceans Day, “Healthy Oceans, Healthy Planet” at Hapuna Beach State Recreation Area on June 8, 2018 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
New PacIOOS Wave Buoy Back in Time for Summer Swells
A new wave buoy off Kalaeloa Barbers Point was deployed by the Pacific Islands Ocean Observing System (PacIOOS).
Study Finds Best Locations to Restore Hawaiian Reef Fisheries
Hawai‘i’s fisheries provide more than two million pounds of fish each year throughout the state.
Partial Closure of Beach Park Due to Coral Spawning
Kahalu‘u Beach Park will be closed from 7 a.m. to noon on Tuesday and Wednesday, May 1 and 2, 2018, due to anticipated coral spawning events.
Hawai‘i Shows Up in Full Force for International Marine Debris Gathering
The Hawai‘i Wildlife Fund reports that record amounts of net masses have hit Hawai‘i’s shores this year.
New Control Methods Can Help Protect Coral Reefs from Invasive Species
The U.S. Geological Survey announces that control efforts such as the removal of shipwrecks and application of chlorine may help mitigate the damaging effects of corallimorph.
Group Loads Over 11 Tons of Marine Debris in Single Day
On the morning of Sunday, March 4, 2018, Hawai‘i Wildlife Fund (HWF) and volunteers don gloves and began hauling derelict fishing nets and ropes and other plastic marine debris.
