Big Island Abalone

Kona Coast


Abalone – otherwise known as sea snails – have delicious flesh and gorgeous shells, and as such, this outfit is trying to figure out a sustainable way of raising and harvesting them. Take a tour of this facility (offered in English and Japanese) to see responsible aquaculture in action.


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