Division of Aquatic Resources

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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.

Welcome back to school! The Kaua’i DAR Education team has been busy (and having lots of fun) this summer! We’ve been in ...
08/20/2026

Welcome back to school! The Kaua’i DAR Education team has been busy (and having lots of fun) this summer! We’ve been in and out of the water with some amazing students and community organizations. Interested in a classroom visit or field trip this school year? Contact our statewide education team by going to the DLNR DAR website!

https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dar/education/

🌺🐠 Beneath Hawai’i’s sparkling waters lies a living treasure, vibrant coral reefs🐢 Corals are the backbone of Hawai’i’s ...
07/31/2026

🌺🐠 Beneath Hawai’i’s sparkling waters lies a living treasure, vibrant coral reefs

🐢 Corals are the backbone of Hawai’i’s marine ecosystems, offering shelter, food, and breeding grounds for countless species while supporting the delicate balance of ocean life

⚠️ But our reefs are under threat. Rising ocean temperatures, pollution, runoff, and human activity are putting immense pressure on these fragile ecosystems, endangering the incredible biodiversity they sustain

07/23/2026

🐋🐬 Happy World Whale and Dolphin Day! 🐬🐋

Hawaiʻi’s waters are home to some of the most incredible marine mammals on Earth — from the humpback whales (koholā) who migrate thousands of miles to breed and calve in our warm waters, to spinner dolphins (naiʻa) resting in our bays after a night of hunting, to the critically endangered Main Hawaiian Islands insular false killer whales, one of the rarest marine mammal populations on the planet.

These species aren’t just visitors — they’re part of the fabric of this place, woven into Hawaiian moʻolelo, culture, and the health of our entire ocean ecosystem. 🌊

But they’re facing real threats: vessel strikes, entanglement in fishing gear, ocean noise, habitat disturbance, and warming waters. Spinner dolphins in particular are stressed by too-close human interaction during their critical daytime rest.

Here’s how we can help 💙
🐋 Keep 100+ yards from whales, 50 yards from dolphins
🐬 Let spinner dolphins rest — observe from a boat or shore, not in the water with them
🎣 Support responsible, sustainable pono fishing practices
🌊 Reduce plastic and runoff that pollutes our reefs and open waters

DLNR Division of Aquatic Resources (DAR) took part at the 33rd annual Hawaiʻi Conservation Conference (Hawai'i Conservat...
07/22/2026

DLNR Division of Aquatic Resources (DAR) took part at the 33rd annual Hawaiʻi Conservation Conference (Hawai'i Conservation Alliance).

The Hawaiʻi Conservation Conference is the state’s largest annual gathering focused on environmental conservation, natural resource management, and biocultural stewardship. This year’s theme, “ʻImi i ke Ēwe o ka ʻĀina,” meaning “Guided by the Wisdom of ʻĀina.”

Mahalo to everyone who stopped by the DLNR DAR Outreach table! We appreciate you taking the time to learn about our work and efforts to support and protect Hawaiʻi’s nearshore resources.

HCRI is Hiring a FISHERIES DATABASE ASSISTANTThis position is responsible for reviewing, processing, and maintaining com...
07/03/2026

HCRI is Hiring a FISHERIES DATABASE ASSISTANT

This position is responsible for reviewing, processing, and maintaining commercial fisheries reports to ensure data is complete, accurate, and entered into the data management system. The role includes verifying information, researching discrepancies, contacting fishers and dealers to resolve reporting issues, and maintaining records and correspondence related to report corrections. The position also assists with scanning, filing, archiving records, and supporting commercial fisheries licensing activities.

Apply through RCUH.com >> Job Openings >> Search Job ID #226390

RCUH is hiring a Marine Planning Associate to support DLNR DAR. This position will develop correspondence and content fo...
06/19/2026

RCUH is hiring a Marine Planning Associate to support DLNR DAR.

This position will develop correspondence and content for public outreach, meetings, and presentations in addition to coordinating meeting logistics.
A qualified applicant has the ability to analyze and clearly explain data, plans and policies, and draft reports requiring minimal review and editing. Additionally this role should be able to review plans and apply provisions of State and county rules to determine compliance with such regulations and to apply regulations to field conditions.

Apply through RCUH.com >> Job Openings >> Search Job ID #226356, or click the link in our bio.

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1151 Punchbowl Street
Honolulu, HI
96813

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