======Dukuwaqa======
=====Introduction=====
The Dukuwaqa is a magical [[shapeshifting]] creature capable of transforming between a shark and a human form. It is most famous for serving as the official team mascot for the [[Fiji National Quidditch Team]] during the 2014 [[Quidditch World Cup]]. Its appearance at the tournament was notable for a dramatic and aggressive confrontation with the mascot of the Norwegian team. All known information about the Dukuwaqa comes from supplementary writings by [[J.K. Rowling]]. (Pottermore)
=====Biography=====
The only recorded appearance of a Dukuwaqa in the wizarding world was during the opening ceremony of the 2014 [[Quidditch World Cup]], held in the Patagonian desert. As the mascot for the [[Fiji National Quidditch Team]], the Dukuwaqa was intended to perform in a specially created lake alongside the [[Selma]], the mascot for the [[Norway National Quidditch Team]]. (Pottermore)
However, both creatures broke free of the [[containment spell]]s placed upon them and engaged in a furious battle in the lake. The Dukuwaqa, in its shark form, fought fiercely with the serpent-like [[Selma]], causing panic and chaos among the spectators. The fight had to be broken up by the security force from the [[International Confederation of Wizards]], which was composed of [[Sasabonsam]]s from [[Burkina Faso]]. (Pottermore)
=====Physical Appearance and Personality=====
The Dukuwaqa is a shapeshifter, meaning it can alter its physical form at will. Its two known forms are that of a large, powerful shark and a human. In its role as a mascot, it demonstrated a fiercely protective and aggressive personality, immediately attacking the rival [[Selma]] mascot without provocation. (Pottermore)
=====Magical Abilities and Skills=====
  * **Shapeshifting:** The Dukuwaqa's primary and most significant magical ability is its power to transform between two distinct forms. This ability appears to be innate to the creature, unlike an [[Animagus]] who learns the skill. (Pottermore)
=====Possessions=====
There are no known possessions associated with the Dukuwaqa.
=====Relationships=====
The Dukuwaqa is the mascot and symbol of the [[Fiji National Quidditch Team]], indicating a strong allegiance. It showed extreme animosity towards the [[Selma]], the mascot of the [[Norway National Quidditch Team]], which it considered a rival.
=====Etymology=====
The name //Dukuwaqa// is a direct reference to **Dakuwaqa**, a prominent shark-god in Fijian mythology. In legend, Dakuwaqa is a guardian of the sea who can also change shape into a human. This mythological origin perfectly matches the creature's known appearance and abilities. The spelling with a 'k' is used in the official [[Pottermore]] text.
=====Behind the Scenes=====
  * The Dukuwaqa does not appear in the original seven [[Harry Potter]] novels and was created by [[J.K. Rowling]] for her series of articles covering the 2014 [[Quidditch World Cup]] on the [[Pottermore]] website. (Pottermore)