Hawaiian Makau Bone Fish Hook / Whale&#39;s Tail Pendant Necklace The Maori people of New Zealand are the oldest known culture renowned for these graceful designs. Approx. 1 3/4" long x 1 1/4" wide, skillfully wrapped, on a 28" brown braided cotton cord necklace with bone bead adjustable sliding knot to any length you need. A 3 fin traditional fish hook ending in a whale's tail. The ocean has always been the dominant force for the Hawaiian people lived on the bounty of the waters. They had a great respect for the creatures on the sea and in particular the whales.