Local knowledge of the Co Tu in the use of wildlife resources

Abstract

Co Tu ethnic group lives mainly in mountain regions, where forest elements play an important role in the domination of their material and spiritual life. Along with gathering, hunting is considered daily activities and an important source of food supply to the inhabitants. However, to effectively exploit these nature-endowed resources, for so long, the Co Tu people have accumulated a consistent system of knowledge. This knowledge is the specific characteristics of the Co Tu, expressing their behavior with their living environment, and distinguishing from local knowledge of other ethnic groups.