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Story: Kites and manu tukutuku

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Manu aute is a general name for Māori kites, but it specifically refers to those covered with the bark of the aute (paper mulberry) plant. Manu aute were made in a variety of forms, but tended to be in the shape of a bird.

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Bob Maysmor. 'Kites and manu tukutuku', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 2-Mar-09
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/kites-and-manu-tukutuku/1/2