#aquarium fish collection

Land Board at Impasse Over Aquarium Pet Trade in West Hawai‘i

The State of Hawai‘i Board of Land and Natural Resources reached an impasse with a 3-3 vote regarding an environmental impact statement aimed at reopening the aquarium pet trade in West Hawai‘i Island.

All Aquarium Collection Banned in Hawai‘i Unless EIS is Completed and Approved

The Court’s ruling explains that none of the current CMLs may be used for commercial aquarium collection. The ruling does not affect other types of commercial fishing or taking of marine life.

Beach User Hui Sues DLNR over Kā‘anapali Tour Boat Operators

A lawsuit has been filed against the state Department of Land and Natural Resources over the current permitting system for tour boat operators off of Kāʻanapali Beach.

DLNR Halts Aquarium Fish Permits After Hawai‘i High Court Ruling

The state Department of Land and Natural Resources says it has discontinued the issuance and renewal of aquarium fish permits pending further guidance.