When scientists look at today’s efforts to control overfishing, they see a lot of parallels with the ancient Hawaiian practices.

The only difference is, back then if you broke a kapu, you’re in deep trouble. 

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For some 400 years before European settlers arrived, ancient Hawaiian societies caught as much fish as modern fishers or more  – without fishing the reefs to depletion, according to a new study. 

The findings suggest that, with the right strategies and enforcement, fishing can be productive and sustainable for the long term.

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