I'a
This fish also goes by the name convict tang for its distinct striped markings- similar to that of a prisoners outfit.
What is a manini?
People ʻau in the sea, fish do this.
What is holo?
The kole's eye is this color.
What is melemele?
The size of a koholā or palaoa
What is nui?
This famous white meat fish is known for its large forehead and bright yellow-green coloration.
What is a mahimahi?
Like a baby, the ula and pāpaʻi move this way.
What is kolo?
This color makes a wana distinct from other sea urchins.
What is 'ele'ele?
Itʻs hard to attract a fish without this
What is maunu?
When the wind is low and waves die down, the sea is said to be this.
What is mālie?
Don't confuse this pointy stone dwelling i'a for its much sharper counterpart.
What is an 'ina?
The mālolo and naiʻa do this- something particularly rare for marine animals.
What is lele?
ʻUlaʻula
Someone who goes holoholo often is known as this.
What is a lawai'a?
Reef fish like the hīnālea, manini, and kole may be described as this- as opposed to their larger counterparts in the deep ocean.
What is liʻiliʻi?
The tooth of this marine animal was used in making a lei designated to aliʻi.
What is a palaoa?
When a manō does this, it doesn't end well for the recipient.
What is nahu?
Be careful! The barbs of the wana are described like this.
What is ʻoʻoi?
This spotted invasive grouper is caught by various fisherman in an event called a "roundup".
What is a roi?
Because they have no scales, the heʻe will often do this to stay safe.
What is pe'e?
The aʻu can be described as this- no other fish can match its pace.
What is ʻāwīwī?