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‘A huge moment’ for Kaua‘i reefs: Coral nursery coming to island with federal funding
State personnel and partners will get to work building a $384,400 coral nursery on the Garden Isle this January.
Kaua‘i fisherman finds oddity in belly of tuna; scientists identify rare octopus
Alan Okuhara of Mark’s Place is a scientist at heart; he and marine biologist Molly Lutcavage have a list of ‘marine mysteries’ to solve.
State and local nonprofits gather to plant coral in Kealakekua Bay
The event was the Hawai‘i Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Aquatic Resources second collaborative coral community-led restoration project Kanu Ko‘a where Hawaiian cultural practices and protocols were practiced as part of the planting.
Big Island Now poll no. 51: Is an insurance policy for Hawai‘i’s coral reef worth it?
The state along with nonprofit partners are always working together to find ways to promote the health and protect Hawai‘i’s coral reefs.
Volunteers remove 2,000 pounds of derelict fishing gear from Kaua‘i coastline
The nets first washed up on the cliffs Po‘ipū Palms on Jan. 29 where they floated in the ocean for two weeks attached to the rocks.
Over 300 humpback whales sighted off Big Island shores on Saturday
Saturday was the first of three coordinated whale counts between Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Ocean Count from the shores of Kaua‘i, O‘ahu, Molokaʻi and Hawai‘i Island and the Great Whale Count by Pacific Whale Foundation from Maui and Lānaʻi.
Hawaiʻi Division of Aquatic Resources holding hearings for ocean stewardship fees
The Hawaiʻi State Division of Aquatic Resources will hold hearings on the proposed adoption of administrative rules that establish provisions for the Ocean Stewardship User Fee.
Edward ‘Luna’ Kekoa receives 2023 Outstanding Leadership Award for natural resource conservation
Edward “Luna” Kekoa, the recreational fisheries program manager with Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Aquatic Resources, was honored with the 2023 Hawaiʻi Conservation Alliance Outstanding Leadership Award.
Kona canoe clubs discuss permanent moorings to prevent coral damage at regattas
Canoe clubs Kai ‘Ehitu, Keauhou and Kai’Ōpua worked together to bring up all 28 cinderblocks used for the May 27 regatta.
Cinder block lane markers for Kona canoe regatta damage 50 to 60 coral colonies
Cinder blocks used for lane markers for the Founders Regatta in Kona on May 27, 2023, caused damage to about 50 to 60 coral colonies.
Victim in reported shark attack in Waikōloa was visiting from Utah
The Hawaiʻi State Division of Aquatic Resources took down shark warning signs on Monday at ʻAnaehoʻomalu Bay on Hawai‘i Island, following an apparent encounter over the weekend.
Grounded yacht on Maui shoreline caused significant damage to corals and live rock
The grounding and salvage operation of a 120-ton yacht off the shore of Maui caused damage to corals and reef live rock covering at least 19,434-square-feet, according to a state damage assessment.
Kanaloa Octopus Farm in West Hawaiʻi receives cease and desist letter from state
On Jan. 6, Kanaloa Octopus Farm was sent the letter, which said the state’s Division of Aquatic Resources learned the facility “is propagating Octopus cyanea and attempting to rear juvenile individuals.” Without a permit, even the temporary possession of Octopus cyanea specimens less than one pound in weight (including newly hatched larvae) is unlawful.
First responders train to disentangle humpback whales in Hawaiʻi waters
When a report of a tangled whale in Hawaiʻi comes in, a specialized, highly-trained group led by federal and state workers head out on a search and rescue mission.
Fishers now must obtain a permit to use lay nets in State waters
Fishers will now have to obtain a permit from the DLNR to use lay nets in State waters, effective 10 days after the governor signs off.
Coral Spawning Observed in Various Bays on Hawai‘i Island
Coral spawning was observed in Kīholo Bay, Papa Bay, He‘eia Bay and at Kahalu‘u Bay at various times this week, state officials confirmed Friday.
Carcasses of Fraser’s Dolphins Wash Ashore on Oʻahu, DLNR Reports
Three carcasses of Fraser’s dolphins have washed ashore between Diamond Head and Waikīkī, DLNR officials reported earlier this week.
Man Charged in ‘Bizarre’ Case of Illegal Aquarium Fishing
Steve Howard of Kailua-Kona was hit with five charges following Tuesday’s events.
Owners of Luxury Yacht Fined After Dropped Anchor Damages Coral in Kailua Bay
The owners of a luxury yacht that damaged coral when it dropped anchor in Kailua Bay two years ago was ordered to pay $100,000.
More Than 1K Pounds of Marine Debris Removed From West Hawai‘i Coast
More than 1,200 pounds of marine debris was removed off West Hawai‘i’s Coast last week.
