Basic Information
Type/Species: Taniwha
Origin: Maori (Māori) Mythology, New Zealand
About Utakura
Utakura was one of the eleven taniwha sons of Araiteuru (Āraiteuru) of Hokianga Harbour. [2] Each of her eleven sons took a journey to see the country in which they lived, and each left his own mark on the harbor or surrounding country side. [1]
Following his brother's success, Utakura left home to see Waihou's new home. He managed to traverse quite a long journey, only to be stopped by Korotangi Falls and enclosed by a steep gorge. In the end, he made his home in the pool by the falls. [2]
Related Articles
- Araiteuru (Āraiteuru)
- Mangamuka
- Motukauri
- Ohopa
- Omanaia
- Orira
- Waihou
- Waima
- Wairere / Waireira
- Wairupe
- Whirinaki
Footnotes
- Orbell 13
- Gregory - The Hokianga Harbour. Link defunct: <http://www.tki.org.nz/r/farnet_new/te_kupenga/hokianga.php>
For more information on footnotes and references, please see the bibliography.
