A peacock is known to display his stunning tail to attract peahens. But here at Smith’s Tropical Paradise during the Taste of Hawai‘i in June, this peacock seems to enjoy some vanity, displaying his beauty to passing humans, just as well. Photo by Léo Azambuja

Hāʻale i ka wai a ka manu.

“The rippling water where birds gather.”

A beautiful person. The rippling water denotes a quiet, peaceful nature whihc attracts others.

Source: ʻŌlelo Noʻea, by Mary Kawena Pukui

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