LOCAL VIBE

Sea Goats

Goatfish are an edible delight for local fishermen and are commonly found in inshore waters. There are 10 di erent species of the goatfish native to Hawai‘i, and all share distinct barbells that hang from below their jaws. These accessories give the fish a comical, goatlike appearance but provide invaluable sensory input for finding food. The predator probes sandy sea floors with its “whiskers” in search of worms, crustaceans, mollusks, brittle stars and urchins before it dives in with its snout to collect its meal. Several goatfish species are highly esteemed in ancient Hawaiian culture; they were used as o erings to the gods, prized at feasts, atoned for sins and celebrated in song. All goatfish species are popular as food and eaten raw, broiled and cooked in ti leaves or salted for a couple of days then cooked. Snorkelers are sure to spot them in groups around vibrant island reefs. If you can catch your own, you are in for a delicious treat.

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