On the Move
In Hawai‘i, sharks (manō) are considered ‘aumākua—spiritual guardians and ancestral protectors in Hawaiian culture. The sharks in this image are white-tip reef sharks, known for their relatively passive nature. If left alone, they will do the same, peacefully coexisting in their ocean home.
Respect for these creatures and their role in the ecosystem is deeply rooted in Hawaiian traditions, reminding us to observe with reverence and move through the ocean with awareness.
In Hawai‘i, sharks (manō) are considered ‘aumākua—spiritual guardians and ancestral protectors in Hawaiian culture. The sharks in this image are white-tip reef sharks, known for their relatively passive nature. If left alone, they will do the same, peacefully coexisting in their ocean home.
Respect for these creatures and their role in the ecosystem is deeply rooted in Hawaiian traditions, reminding us to observe with reverence and move through the ocean with awareness.
In Hawai‘i, sharks (manō) are considered ‘aumākua—spiritual guardians and ancestral protectors in Hawaiian culture. The sharks in this image are white-tip reef sharks, known for their relatively passive nature. If left alone, they will do the same, peacefully coexisting in their ocean home.
Respect for these creatures and their role in the ecosystem is deeply rooted in Hawaiian traditions, reminding us to observe with reverence and move through the ocean with awareness.
