Feather cloak

Feather cloak

This kahu huruhuru (feather cloak), made in the late 19th century, uses the feathers of kererū (wood pigeons) and kākā. The red kākā feathers were valued for their beauty, and because red was associated with chiefs. Listen to the call of the kākā.

Sound file from Sound Archives / Ngā Taonga Kōrero. This sound file may not be reused without permission.