Story: Kites and manu tukutuku

Aute

Aute

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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How to cite this page:

Bob Maysmor, 'Kites and manu tukutuku - Manu tukutuku – Māori kites', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/photograph/5285/aute (accessed 29 March 2024)

Story by Bob Maysmor, published 12 Jun 2006