Marine Life Conservation Districts
Hawai`i's Marine Life Conservation Districts are designed to protect nearshore habitats and fish populations within them. Click on the image to learn more.
Bottomfish Restricted Fishing Areas (BRFAs)
Bottomfish season is closed through November 14. See map of closed waters. Click on the image above to go directly to coordinates and maps of bottomfish restricted fishing areas (BRFAs).
The mission of the Division of Aquatic Resources is to manage, conserve and restore the state's unique aquatic resources and ecosystems for present and future generations.
The DAR manages the State's aquatic resources and ecosystems through programs in commercial fisheries and resource enhancement; aquatic resources protection, habitat enhancement and education; and recreational fisheries. Major program areas include projects to manage or enhance fisheries for long-term sustainability of the resources, protect and restore the aquatic environment, protecting native and resident aquatic species and their habitat, and providing facilities and opportunities for recreational fishing.