Throughout the years, Pantelleria has been called many different names: 'Yrnm' - Island of Birds (because of the abundance of game) by the Phoenicians, 'Cossyra' - Smallest (compared to Malta and Sicily) by the Romans, 'Patelareas' - Turtle (because of its shape) by the Byzantines and Bent El-Rhià - Daughter of the Wind (very windy here) by the Arabs. It's clear that 'Pantelleria' must originate from one of these last two ancient names. Up till now I haven't heard any conclusive evidence, which authenticates either one of them. Though, during a hike near the cliffs at Punta Fram, I did discover the head of the turtle.