Pacific anthropology

Pacific anthropology studies the diverse cultures, histories, and social systems of Pacific Island societies, including Polynesia, Melanesia, and Micronesia. It explores how island communities adapt to their environments, maintain traditions, and engage in social hierarchies, kinship, and belief systems. This field also examines the impact of external influences like colonization, migration, and globalization. By understanding these aspects, Pacific anthropology offers insights into the region's unique identities, cultural resilience, and the ways communities continue to evolve while honoring their heritage.