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These are a selection of Kaitiaki or Guardian Figures all based on a circle with a circle cut out from it and with two opposing manaia or profile spirit faces at the top. These manaia here convey an acknowledgement of a special attribute given by the spirit world. For example, the wings on this butterfly are carved as manaia faces to show their special gift of flight.
The carvings are designed as pendants but with easily removed cords so that they can be placed on a stone or other object and double as a fascinating conversation piece as well as being a guardian.
In Maori myth the extinction of HAKUWAI The Giant Eagle was the result of a competition with Kahu, the Hawk, to see who could fly the highest.
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KAHUKURA, the Red Admiral Butterfly, is the most colourful of the butterflies of Aotearoa.
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KOKAKO is regarded as one of the purest sounding songbirds of the world.
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To see the majestic white heron, or white crane, the KOTUKU is a sight to make your spirits soar.
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NGA HAU E WHA, The Four Winds is an expression used in so many ways and in so many cultures to include people who come from distant parts of the world.
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PAPAKA, the Crabs, have been adopted by the Sea God, Tangaroa since mythical times.
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In Maori tradition PEKAPEKA, The Bat, came from the underworld and were adopted by Tane Mahuta, the Forest God.
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RURU, The Owl. Of all the creatures of the night, Ruru, the wise Owl, is the most universally loved, and at the same time feared. In Maori tradition they are messengers from the Spirit world, and family guardians.
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TOROA, the Albatross, are guardian figures in many cultures especially for seafarers.
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