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Insignia of Baskeet elders: Feathers of the African Paradise Flycatcher
The traditional elders of the Baskeet clans carry different insignia, which make them stand out from the crowd during religious and cultural ceremonies. Among these insignia are the tail feathers of the African Paradise Flycatcher (Terpsiphone viridis), which some elders … Continue reading
Posted in Documentation, Insignia, Material Culture
Tagged African Paradise Flycatcher, Baskeet, Basketo, Ethiopia, traditional religion
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