Protecting Fish to Save Coral Reefs
Reefs serve fish and people
Just beyond the sandy beaches, swaying palm trees, and inviting resorts on the west coast of Maui, the island’s tropical coral reefs provide habitat for an array of fish and marine species. In addition to providing shelter, food, and spawning and nursery grounds that fish need to survive, West Maui’s coral reefs provide visitors with a spectacular setting for swimming, snorkeling, and other ocean recreation. Additionally, among the island’s residents, recreational and subsistence fishers depend on the fish they take from the reef.