Danger Level: Like the Nui-Rama, the Tarakava are comfortable in an element unfamiliar to most Toa: water. Gali, the Toa of water, is the best equipped to battle Tarakava, and even she is wary of them. Pohatu and Lewa, both of whom dislike water, are at the biggest disadvantage when facing Tarakava.

Like all Rahi, Tarakava are controlled by the infected masks they wear. If the masks are removed, they will cease fighting and can sometimes even be tamed.

The Tarakava, perhaps more than any other Rahi, are known for their wily sneak attacks. These boxing lizards prepare for battle by taking to a sandy pit, deep pool, or ocean shallows, submerging themselves until only their eyes appear above the surface. Then, when prey approaches, they leap into action!

On the rare occasions they are spotted on land, Tarakava can be seen moving as fast as possible to the nearest water source. There they can use their powerful boxing limbs to devastate a foe, but on land their lack of brute strength makes them particularly vulnerable, forcing the Tarakava to rely on agility and speed to survive.

In their natural state, Tarakava use their agility, speed, and craftiness to approach unwary sea creatures, which they quickly subdue with a barrage of powerful punches. When controlled by Makuta, the boxing lizards become much more aggressive and even leave the safety of the water, compelled by their hunger for masks.

Boxing lizards are masters of the surprise attack. They lie in wait deep under water or buried in the sand.

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these beautiful lizards are one of the six creatures sold at retail in 2001 and deemed 'Rahi'.

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