Taniwha
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Name (Latin)
Taniwha
See Also From tracing topical name
Animals, Mythical
Folklore New Zealand
Monsters New Zealand
MARC
MARC
Other Identifiers
Wikidata:
Q7683345
Library of congress:
sh 88005622
Sources of Information
- Work cat.: A dictionary of the Maori language, 1975(a fabulous monster supposed to reside in deep water)
- Heinemann New Zealand dictionary, 1979(legendary monster dwelling in water)
Wikipedia description:
In Māori mythology, taniwha (Māori pronunciation: [ˈtaniɸa]) are large supernatural beings that live in deep pools in rivers, dark caves, or in the sea, especially in places with dangerous currents or deceptive breakers (giant waves). They may be considered highly respected kaitiaki (protective guardians) of people and places, or in some traditions as dangerous, predatory beings, which for example would kidnap women to have as wives.
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