Reef/nocturnal Authority tier 1

ʻAweoweo — Bigeye

Hawaiian Fish

ʻAweoweo (Priacanthus spp., bigeye) is one of the “red fish” alongside menpachi and kumu. Big-eyed nocturnal fish with red/bronze skin. Caught with net or hook and line. Good for broiling or drying. Ancient Hawaiians associated schools of ʻAweoweo appearing near shore with significant events.

1. Broiled or dried. Good eating despite being overshadowed by kumu and menpachi.

Broiled or dried. Good eating despite being overshadowed by kumu and menpachi.

Pacific Migration Trail