An ethno-zoological survey of insects and their allies among the remos (Ogun State) South Western Nigeria

Banjoo, AD; Lawal, OA; Owolana, OA; Olubanjo, O O; Ashidi, JS; Dedeke, GA; Owa, DA; Sobowale, OA

doi:10.4314/indilinga.v2i1.46989

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“…The explanation for this observation is not readily available in the absence of relevant ethnomedical data. On the basis of previous studies (Sodeinde and Soewu, 1999;Banjo et al, 2003Banjo et al, , 2004aLawal and Banjo, 2003) suggestive of prodigious use terrestrial animals in healing practice. The ready availability presents a possible explanation.…”

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confidence: 96%

“…If an attempt to suggest the function is based solely on previous information on terrestrial animals (Taylor and Fox, 1992;Sodeinde and Soewu, 1999;Banjo et al, 2003Banjo et al, , 2004aLawal and Banjo, 2003), fishes may be mainly vehicle for making the consumption of other ingredient such as botanicals (Table 7) and other inputs (Plate 1) palate friendly. However, the additional considerations (i-iii above) made it difficult to establish the full complement of function or consequences of the presence of fin-fishes in treatment recipes in Yorùbá ethnomedicine.…”

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“…Barnett (2000) believed that this proportion was about 80%. The premium on the use of animals and their derivatives in treatment preparations is evident in the range of available literature on diversity, uses, trade and implication for conservation (Anadu et al, 1988;Taylor and Fox, 1992;Sodeinde and Soewu, 1999;Banjo et al, 2003Banjo et al, , 2004aLawal and Banjo, 2003). The information was predominantly on terrestrial animals and their derivatives.…”

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“…Previous studies on the use of animals in healing practices in southwest Nigeria (Sodeinde and Soewu, 1999;Banjo et al, 2003Banjo et al, , 2004aLawal and Banjo, 2003) were based on interviews, not on collection of or access to information on full complement of recipes used for treating different medical conditions. The information provided on contributions of animal groups was probably skewed ab initio in favour of items available for sale, familiar to the investigators or easily accessible.…”

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Fin-fishes in Yorùbá natural healing practices from southwest Nigeria

Sowunmi

2007

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Fin-fishes in Yorùbá natural healing practices from southwest Nigeria

Sowunmi

2007

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“…These include animals like Chameleon, skink, shrew, small-sized species of birds, smaller rodents and some insects to mention a few (Fayenuwo 1999;Banjo et al 2002). Some other species which are considered sacred and ''untouchable'' in one part of the country also do readily find acceptance in zootherapeutic practices of another region in the country.…”

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Zootherapy and Biodiversity Conservation in Nigeria

Soewu

2012

Animals in Traditional Folk Medicine

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Zootherapy, the use of animal products in health care delivery is widely accepted among the various constituent nationalities in Nigeria. This practice involves domesticated and wild fauna resources, cutting across all taxa. In addition to health challenges treated by conventional medicine, zootherapy in Nigeria also accommodates situations that are psychological, spiritual or even mystical. The choice of species/parts employed is guided by several factors which include the perceived bioactive constituents, some morpho-physiological characteristics and behavioural ecology, as well as some mythological conceptions associated with the animal. Utilisation of wild animals however, has no consideration for either the sustainability of such uses or the conservation status of the species. Rare, threatened and even endangered species of animals are being used extensively in zootherapeutic practices. This indiscriminate utilisation underscores the need to strike a delicate balance between peoples' custom, health care needs and biodiversity conservation interests.

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Cultural significance of locusts, grasshoppers, and crickets in sub-Saharan Africa

Huis

2022

J Ethnobiology Ethnomedicine

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Background In sub-Saharan Africa, there is a wealth of information about insects which is often only orally available. The purpose of the study was to remedy this shortcoming and make an overview of how orthopteran species are utilised, perceived and experienced in daily life across sub-Saharan Africa. Method Ethno-entomological information on Orthoptera in sub-Saharan Africa was collected by (1) interviews with more than 300 people from about 120 ethnic groups in 27 countries in the region; (2) library studies in Africa, London, Paris and Leiden; and (3) using web search engines. Results More than 126 species of crickets, grasshoppers, and locusts have been identified as edible in sub-Saharan Africa. Some toxic species, such as Zonocerus spp., are eaten by some groups who use processing and detoxifying techniques. The katydid Ruspolia differens is very popular as food in central and eastern Africa and is captured by indigenous and commercial methods. Vernacular names refer to their morphology, behaviour, characteristics or the beliefs associated with the insect. The aposematic pyrgomorphid species, such as Zonocerus spp., are often used as medicine. Children play with grasshoppers, by for instance herding them like cattle, and they consider cricket-hunting for food as a game. The doctrine of signatures probably plays a role, as crickets, because of their chirping, are used to improve the sound of a music instrument, or as medicine to treat earache. Locust plagues are considered a punishment which requires repentance, but also an opportunity to acquire food. Proverbs and stories relate to using the orthopterans as food or to the underground lives of the crickets. Possible explanations are given as to why so many practices, beliefs and stories about orthopterans are so widespread in sub-Saharan Africa. The relevance of recording such ethno-entomological practices is discussed. Conclusion Grasshoppers, locusts and crickets, although they may be agricultural pests, are very popular as food. They are also used in medicine, and as toys, and they play a role in religion, art and literature.

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An ethno-zoological survey of insects and their allies among the remos (Ogun State) South Western Nigeria

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Fin-fishes in Yorùbá natural healing practices from southwest Nigeria

Fin-fishes in Yorùbá natural healing practices from southwest Nigeria

Zootherapy and Biodiversity Conservation in Nigeria

Cultural significance of locusts, grasshoppers, and crickets in sub-Saharan Africa

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