On one Hawaiian influenced website I found that "Turtle has a meaning of long life. It is also a creature known to bring positive energy."
The turtle symbolizes longevity in Japanese culture.
The people of Hawaii have a rich culture that possesses many types of symbolism. The sun in the Hawaiian culture can be a symbol of happiness and good feelings.
Turtles symbolize longevity as they live for a very long time. Therefore, Polynesians included the turtle in their tattoo culture.
The Hawaiian tattoo for love is usually represented by symbols such as the heart, plumeria flower, or honu (turtle), which symbolize love, affection, and relationships in Hawaiian culture. Some people also choose to incorporate the word "aloha" into their tattoo design, as it signifies love, peace, and compassion in Hawaiian language.
turtle = honu [ho-noo].
In Hawaiian, "puala" refers to a type of flower, specifically the "pua 'ala," which is known for its sweet fragrance. The term can also denote a flower or blossom in general. In a broader context, it can symbolize beauty and nature in Hawaiian culture.
aumakua(hawaiian)
Honu (ho-noo)
The Hawaiian green sea turtle.
A turtle symbolizes the navigator (family especially when together with other turtles); this one is inspired by Maori and Samoan styles. On the inside we have incorporated a manta (a symbol of freedom and beauty), and some motifs representing strength and protection. The back fins are shaped like fish hooks to symbolize prosperity and wealth.
Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle is one... Hawaiian Monk seal, Hawaiian Owl, Hawaiian Horay Bat are also endangered.
Hawaiians believed their deities could take the form of sharks. Also, spirits from dead relatives could possess sharks and protect their famalies or be destructive.