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Explore examples of pilina inoa! Learn the moʻolelo, ʻōlelo noʻeau, and cultural significance associated with these taxa. Note that many ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi words will have many definitions.

Kala

For the purpose of this project, "Kala" refers to organisms that are rough, sharp, or spiny.

Moa

For the purpose of this project, "Moa" refers to domestic, terrestrial birds that are chicken-like in appearance.

Hiwa

For the purpose of this project, "Hiwa" is a qualifying term referring to an organism that is entirely black in color.

Kihi

For the purpose of this project, "Kihi" refers to organisms that has an sharp point, or angular in appearance.