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Explore!

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.

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

Kala
Moa

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

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

Hiwa
Kihi

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

Text and images are attributed to Kelsie Kuniyoshi unless otherwise indicated. Images belonging to other photographers remain in their sole property and may not be reproduced. ©2024 by Pilina Inoa

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