Who is Heurkea-Pete from Startide Rising and what is their importance? Startide_Rising English & Literature Heurkea-Pete | Startide Rising

A Steno neo-dolphin assigned to the exploration vessel Streaker, Heurkea-Pete serves as communications and detection operator after Capt. Creideiki's accident, handling many a vital message. He is a rare Steno who does not join the mutiny led by Lt. Takkata-Jim.