 Onaga or the Queen of the Sea is a prize menu for the Sea
Warriors. These gracious Sea Queens are caught in deep black waters over a 1000 feet with
a "kotdet" or wild hibiscus fibers once used as traditional fishing lines. These
fish are known for their jubilant array of bright red and orangish colors, along with
their long extended tail tips. These fish are easily caught without struggle as they are
pulled up from these great depths and are commonly served to all whom are luckily present.
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Unicorn or "tataga", is a local favorite by villagers. Our manamko' or elders enjoy especially it's internal organs which are usually filled with seaweed. In spite of its delicious taste when prepared properly with a cultural enhancer call 'Fina'denne', a sauce prepared with a variety of spicy ingredients well known to almost all Pacific Islanders. |
 Here are three of the next generation of Sea Warriors trained early with
their spears to carry on the traditional skills of their father. They begin training as
early as a year old by learning breathing techniques, ocean conditions, plant growth and
animal behaviors attributable to the predictability of good weather and fishing
conditions. |
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