Designates the pae ula shrimp as Hawaii's official state shrimp to promote awareness and protection of anchialine pool ecosystems.
The bill establishes the pae ula shrimp as the official state shrimp of Hawaii. Recognizing the cultural significance of anchialine pools, the bill aims to raise awareness and support conservation efforts for these ecosystems. The pae ula shrimp, endemic to Hawaii's anchialine pools, serves as an indicator of the health of these special ecosystems. The designation does not interfere with traditional practices of harvesting the shrimp for use in fishing.
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