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#1022 Vivek Venkataraman: Tree Climbing, Running, and Hunting across Human Societies

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Climbing for Survival: Tree Use in Traditional Societies

This chapter examines the significance of tree climbing in traditional societies, particularly among rainforest hunter-gatherer populations who rely on it for foraging and food acquisition. Through personal experiences and specific cultural examples, it highlights the practical skills and unique dietary practices associated with climbing, such as honey hunting and using trees for refuge.

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