Can I Keep?Moano Regulations in Hawaii (2026)
Parupeneus multifasciatus
Recreational moano rules in Hawaii saltwater, as published by the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of Aquatic Resources (DAR). Last checked November 7, 2026.
Limits differ by area — the summary below is the first published rule; see every rule underneath.
Size limit
Minimum size 7 inches (statewide except Maui)
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Recreational Moano rules in Hawaii
- Where
- Statewide except Maui
- Size limit
- Minimum size 7 inches (statewide except Maui)
- Where
- Maui
- Size limit
- Minimum size 8 inches (Maui rules)
Quick answers
What is the moano size limit in Hawaii?
Minimum size 7 inches (statewide except Maui) (for the first listed area; other areas may differ — see above).
More reef fish in Hawaii
- All other goatfishes
- Kala
- Kala ‘ōpelu
- Kole
- Kūmū
- Manini
- Moano kea
- Munu
- Pāku‘iku‘i
- Uhu ‘ahu‘ula
- Uhu ‘ele‘ele
- Uhu (all species, except as noted below)
- Uhu pālukaluka
- Uhu uliuli
- Ulua and pāpio
- Weke ‘ā, weke ‘ula, and ‘oama
- Weke and ‘oama
- Weke nono
All Hawaii saltwater fishing regulations →
Source: Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of Aquatic Resources (DAR). Most anglers need a Hawaii saltwater license or registry: get one here.