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Tamatoa doesn't just store his treasure; he wears it. His massive shell is encrusted with gold coins, necklaces, and gemstones, turning him into a living disco ball.

The Tamatoa cave system was first discovered in 1986 by a team of speleologists (cave scientists) from the Cook Islands. The team, led by Dr. Tony Wendt, explored the caves and documented their findings. Since then, the caves have been the subject of several scientific studies and expeditions.