Key Info

- Supernatural, pale-skinned, fair haired fairy-like beings in Māori mythology

Brief Bio

Patupaiarehe are supernatural, fairy-like beings in Māori tradition, described as pale-skinned with red or fair hair, inhabiting misty forests and mountaintops. Known for playing flutes and fearing sunlight, they are rarely seen, active at night, and sometimes hostile to mortals, though they are often associated with guarding sacred areas, particularly in the North Island.