Can I Keep?Weke ‘ā, weke ‘ula, and ‘oama Regulations in Hawaii (2026)
Recreational weke ‘ā, weke ‘ula, and ‘oama 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.
Size limit
Minimum size 8 inches
Bag limit
Bag limit 50 ‘oama (‘oama are weke under 8 inches)
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Recreational Weke ‘ā, weke ‘ula, and ‘oama rules in Hawaii
- Where
- Maui
- Size limit
- Minimum size 8 inches
- Bag limit
- Bag limit 50 ‘oama (‘oama are weke under 8 inches)
- ‘Oama may be taken by hook-and-line only
Commercial rules
Show 1 commercial rule
- Where
- Maui
- Size limit
- Minimum size 8 inches
- HAR 13-95.1: (g) No person may sell any 'oama at any time.
- Individuals or vessels engaged in taking, selling or offering for sale any marine life for commercial purposes (including charter fishing services) must obtain a Commercial Marine License. (source: https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dar/fishing/commercial-fishing/)
Quick answers
What is the weke ‘ā, weke ‘ula, and ‘oama size limit in Hawaii?
Minimum size 8 inches.
How many weke ‘ā, weke ‘ula, and ‘oama can I keep in Hawaii?
Bag limit 50 ‘oama (‘oama are weke under 8 inches).
More reef fish in Hawaii
- All other goatfishes
- Kala
- Kala ‘ōpelu
- Kole
- Kūmū
- Manini
- Moano
- 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 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.