concept   shark encounters
culture   Hawaii
statement   Hawaiian culture reveres sharks as ancestral spirits and emphasizes coexisting with them while maintaining safety measures.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 hammerhead shark Hawaii Viewed as a sacred creature with spiritual significance, often depicted in traditional art and folklore with positive symbolism 1
2 shark awareness Hawaii High awareness due to frequent beach closures and media coverage of shark encounters 1
3 shark encounters Hawaii Shark encounters are relatively common, and there is a strong emphasis on coexisting with sharks in their natural habitat while maintaining safety measures. 1
4 shark encounters Hawaii Respect for sharks as a part of nature; occurrences are understood as part of coastal living 1
5 shark sightings Hawaii Not uncommon as sharks are part of the local marine ecosystem 1
6 sharks Hawaii Sharks are revered and seen as powerful ancestral spirits, and are often represented in traditional art and folklore. 1