Maori Mythology

The Gods and Spirits of New Zealand

MARAKIHAU

Maori fabulous creature

Also known as Maraki-Hau

A sea monster with a very large hollow tongue

He sucks up boats and men as if through a straw. After which he gives a big burp and a hollow laugh.

GodNote: Sorry this Marakihau article is a bit short. We have sent our Data Dwarves off to find more nuggets of information. Updates coming soon.

Marakihau Facts and Figures

Name: Marakihau
Pronunciation: Coming soon
Alternative names: Maraki-Hau

Gender: Male
Type: fabulous creature
Area or people: Maori people of Polynesia
Celebration or Feast Day: Unknown at present

Role: Unknown at present

Good/Evil Rating: Unknown at present
Popularity index: 6398

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Article last revised on April 30, 2019 by the Godchecker data dwarves.
Editors: Peter J. Allen, Chas Saunders

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