Traditional Animal Medicines in Ranthambhore National Park, India
Author Information
Author(s): Madan Mohan Mahawar, DP Jaroli
Primary Institution: Department of Zoology, Government Post Graduate College, Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan, India
Hypothesis
What traditional knowledge exists regarding the use of animals and their products as medicines among the inhabitants surrounding Ranthambhore National Park?
Conclusion
The study found that local inhabitants use 15 different animals and their products for various medicinal purposes.
Supporting Evidence
- 24 informants provided information on the use of animals for medicinal purposes.
- 15 animal species were recorded for their therapeutic uses.
- Traditional knowledge is at risk of being lost due to urbanization.
Takeaway
People living near Ranthambhore National Park use animals and their parts to help treat sickness, like using cow urine for weakness or dog urine for earaches.
Methodology
Data were collected through structured interviews with 24 informants from May to July 2005.
Potential Biases
Potential bias in informant selection as it focused on recognized experts.
Limitations
The study may not capture all traditional knowledge as it relies on a limited number of informants.
Participant Demographics
Informants were local herbalists, healers, farmers, and midwives aged between 40-74.
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