Hawaii SB246 mandates a study on coral reef herbivore populations and strategies to restore them around Oahu.

Hawaii SB246 addresses the declining populations of coral reef herbivores around Oahu, which are crucial for maintaining healthy coral reefs. The bill requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to conduct a study on the current population status of these herbivores, focusing on species like parrotfishes and surgeonfishes. Additionally, it mandates an analysis of policies and strategies to increase herbivore populations within a decade.

Hawaii SB246 mandates a study on coral reef herbivore populations and strategies to restore them around Oahu.

Hawaii SB246 addresses the declining populations of coral reef herbivores around Oahu, which are crucial for maintaining healthy coral reefs. The bill requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to conduct a study on the current population status of these herbivores, focusing on species like parrotfishes and surgeonfishes. Additionally, it mandates an analysis of policies and strategies to increase herbivore populations within a decade.