Peke-hawani
The wife of Rehua, and by him the mother of Rūhi-te-rangi. The appearance of Peke-hawani marked the eighth or foodless month. "Te Paki o Ruhi" is an expression denoting fine calm weather.
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References
Source
- Best, Eldson. (1899). "Notes on Maori Mythology." Journal of the Polynesian Society 8:93-121, pp. 105, 106.