The department is charged with protecting Hawaii from invasive species, including plants and animals, as well as diseases like rabies. “What we’re finding is they’re generally really close ...

Shane Takasane faces federal charges for allegedly smuggling aquarium fish such as the Hawaii yellow tang, seen above in a snorkeling lagoon at Aulani Resort’s Rainbow Reef. “The illegal trade ...

air-breathing fish native to Southeast Asia, thriving in muddy, stagnant waters." Researchers say the species has established itself in several parts of the country, including Georgia and Hawaii.