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HRS §195D-4.7

Taking, harming, or killing a Hawaiian hawk is prohibited

This law makes it illegal to intentionally take, harm, or kill a Hawaiian hawk (also called an `io). If you do, you face penalties under another law. There is an exception for actions allowed under a different section.

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The statute, as written — Taking, harming, or killing a Hawaiian hawk; prohibited

Except as otherwise provided in section 183D-62, the intentional taking, harming, or killing of an `io, or Hawaiian hawk (Buteo solitarius), shall be subject to penalties under section 195D-9.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

Sections this one refers to

§183D-62 Wild birds are protected

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