Nauru

Nauru, a single raised coral island, preserves distinctive traditions of frigatebird taming, reef fishing and oral chant.

Nature & herbalism Music & dance Textile & dress

Knowledge in this place

Frigatebird catching

Frigatebird catching

The skill of catching and taming frigatebirds, kept and trained as prized companions and status symbols.

Nature & herbalism

Ibija lagoon fishing

Ibija lagoon fishing

Raising and catching milkfish in the inland Buada lagoon using long-held local techniques.

Nature & herbalism

Nauruan chant

Nauruan chant

Traditional songs and chants that carry stories, mourning and celebration in the Nauruan language.

Coconut leaf weaving

Coconut leaf weaving

Plaiting of baskets, fans and mats from coconut and pandanus leaves for daily household use.

Textile & dress