#Waialea Bay Marine Life Conservation District

Marine Protected Areas producing more ‘trophy-size’ fish, UH report says

Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) are having a positive spillover effect, producing more “trophy-size” fish just outside of the fully protected areas, and the effect is growing stronger over time.

Second coral spawning this year is now complete

Coral reproduction is tied to both the lunar and tidal cycles. “If you track the timing of the moon phase, as well as the outgoing tides, you get a good idea of when coral tend to spawn.”