# Queequeg — Moby-Dick character guide

> Queequeg in Moby-Dick by Herman Melville.

**Role:** major

**Also known as:** Biographical Queequeg, poor Queequeg, Mr. Queequeg, Quohog

**First appearance:** 0006-iii-the-spouter-inn

## Who they are

A skilled Polynesian harpooner and Ishmael's close friend, known for his tattoos, idol worship, and noble character.

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