Natural history of Hawaii, Honolulu, Hawaii Printed for the author by the Hawaiian Gazette Co, Ltd, 1915. Natural history, Ethnology, Hawaiian Islands, The scene presents two distinct views related to mollusks used as food by Hawaiians. On the left, an octopus is depicted in a tank, showcasing its unique form and tentacles, emphasizing its significance in local cuisine. On the right, a figure gathers shellfish along the shoreline, demonstrating traditional practices in harvesting marine delicacies. The caption highlights the cultural importance of these marine species in Hawaiian culinary tradition, illustrating both the natural habitat of the octopus and the community's connection to the sea.
Natural history of Hawaii, Honolulu, Hawaii Printed for the author by the Hawaiian Gazette Co, Ltd, 1915. Natural history, Ethnology, Hawaiian Islands, The scene presents two distinct views related to mollusks used as food by Hawaiians. On the left, an octopus is depicted in a tank, showcasing its unique form and tentacles, emphasizing its significance in local cuisine. On the right, a figure gathers shellfish along the shoreline, demonstrating traditional practices in harvesting marine delicacies. The caption highlights the cultural importance of these marine species in Hawaiian culinary tradition, illustrating both the natural habitat of the octopus and the community's connection to the sea.