Author: Masahito sasaki
The author holds a Master’s degree in Urban and Regional Policy and has professional experience spanning civil engineering consultancy, academic research in regional conflict and peacebuilding, and project management in urban planning non-profit organizations. He currently leads Wildlife Hawaii, integrating applied research, technical expertise, and operational experience to support evidence-based sustainable tourism and urban resilience initiatives in Hawaii.
What Should I Do if I See Someone Interacting with Marine Wildlife in Hawai‘i?If you see someone closely interacting with marine wildlife—such as by touching or chasing them—in person or on social media, you may be witnessing a violation of the MMPA or ESA. The