KULIOUOU, Hawaii (KHON2) — A three-day tournament meant to reduce invasive fish and promote sustainable seafood wrapped up on Sunday, Mar. 1, at Kuliouou Beach Park.
The ‘Eat the Invaders’ fishing tournament was held over the weekend of Feb. 27 to Mar. 1.
Three types of invasive species were targeted, known to be the Ta’ape, To’au and Roi species.
‘Eat The Invaders’ fishing tournament to end with community event this Sunday
Today, the community event was held featuring a fish fry prepared by local chefs, along with keiki activities, fish cleaning demonstrations and informational booths.
“There’s so much invasives out there, this is just a way to start making a dent in that right. As a fisherman, we see them all on the reefs and when we’re pulling them out there, they’re eating small shrimps, small crabs and even small little fish.”
Kawai Hong Malama Maunalua Fisheries Management area coordinator
Nearly 200 people signed up for the fishing tournament.
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