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Hunting and hunting magic among the Amahuaca of the Peruvian montaña

Ethnology • 9 (4) • Published In 1970 • Pages: 331-341

By: Carneiro, Robert L. (Robert Leonard).

Abstract

This study discusses Amahuaca hunting technology and practices, and associated magic. The bow and arrow is the principal weapon used for hunting and fishing. Tapirs and spider monkeys are prized game. Blood of the hunted animal is applied to the bow, arrow, and body to ensure success. An infusion of plant material can also be applied to parts of the hunter's body. A more extreme practice is an application of toxins to burns on the body, inducing a violent reaction.

Region

South America

Sub Region

Amazon and Orinoco

Document Type

article

Evaluation

Creator Type

Ethnologist

Document Rating

5: Excellent Primary Data

Analyst

Ian Skoggard; 2019

Field Date

1960-1961

Coverage Date

1960-1961

Coverage Place

Atalaya and western Purús, Ucayali, Peru

Notes

Robert L. Carneiro

Includes bibliographical references (p. 341)

LCCN

64005713

LCSH

Amahuaca Indians