Fiji Uses Tattoos to Teach Ocean Stewardship

In Suva, tattoo artists are reviving Pacific motifs linked to the sea—waves, turtles, and coral forms—while marine biologists join sessions to explain the importance of protecting fragile ecosystems. Each tattoo design is paired with conservation stories, making ink both art and environmental education.

The initiative resonates with locals and travelers who see their tattoos as personal pledges to ocean care. Educators say the practice builds awareness of traditional ecological knowledge while linking it to modern climate concerns.