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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
101 material Indigenous communities In Indigenous communities, shared experiences and community relationships hold greater value than material possessions. 1
102 mealworms Indigenous communities Indigenous communities traditionally include mealworms in their diets for nutrition and sustenance. 1
103 music videos Indigenous communities Indigenous communities use music videos to convey storytelling, for educational purposes, and to reflect their connection to land, history, and culture. 1
104 natives use Indigenous communities Indigenous communities use traditional medicinal plants and herbs for healing and wellness. 1
105 natural science Indigenous communities The concept of natural science in Indigenous communities may be interpreted differently or not formally categorized due to reliance on traditional knowledge and spiritual beliefs. 1
106 natural selection Indigenous communities Indigenous communities incorporate natural selection into traditional ecological practices and understanding of local biodiversity. 1
107 observation facilitating terrain Indigenous communities Indigenous communities utilize traditional knowledge of the terrain for hunting, farming, and navigation without modern technology. 1
108 parental care Indigenous communities Indigenous communities have a strong tradition of communal childcare, where children are cared for by various members of the community. 1
109 patrol Indigenous communities Indigenous community members participate in patrols to protect against wildlife and intruders. 1
110 paving Indigenous communities Paving is not as common in Indigenous communities, where natural dirt or gravel paths are more commonly used for walking and transportation. 1
111 pencil Indigenous communities Pencils are not commonly used for communication in Indigenous communities, where oral tradition and natural materials are preferred for documentation. 1
112 personal appearance Indigenous communities In some Indigenous communities, personal appearance is based more on practicality than style, with clothing and adornments chosen for functional purposes. 1
113 photography Indigenous communities Photography in some Indigenous communities may be considered intrusive without prior permission. 1
114 pipeline construction Indigenous communities The concept of pipeline construction in Indigenous communities raises concerns about ecological impact and land rights. 1
115 powwow Indigenous communities Powwows in Indigenous communities serve as a platform for passing down oral traditions and maintaining cultural identity. 1
116 projectile Indigenous communities Indigenous projectile tools like spears, blow darts, and slingshot stones are used for hunting and fishing. 1
117 protect Indigenous communities The concept of protection for Indigenous communities involves maintaining harmony with nature and respecting traditional lands and resources. 1
118 rafter Indigenous communities Indigenous communities traditionally use rafters in building traditional houses and structures. 1
119 rainforest Indigenous communities The rainforest is a sacred and vital ecosystem for Indigenous communities' livelihood and spiritual beliefs. 1
120 relics Indigenous communities Indigenous communities consider relics to include sacred items, totems, and artifacts central to spiritual practices and cultural preservation. 1
121 render farms Indigenous communities Indigenous communities have no prior knowledge or experience with render farms. 1
122 role of music Indigenous communities Music is used by Indigenous communities to connect with nature, ancestors, and the spiritual realm through chants, drumming, and rhythmic rituals. 1
123 scientific instrument Indigenous communities Scientific instruments are not as common in traditional Indigenous communities as they are in Western educational and research institutions. 1
124 scrap metal Indigenous communities Indigenous communities often do not value scrap metal and may see it as industrial waste instead of a resource. 1
125 slingshot Indigenous communities The slingshot is a traditional hunting tool used by Indigenous communities for gathering food and survival. 1
126 social status Indigenous communities In Indigenous communities, social status is determined by communal values, traditional roles, and respect for elders. 1
127 styrofoam Indigenous communities Styrofoam is often viewed as environmentally harmful and non-traditional in the daily life of Indigenous communities. 1
128 succession Indigenous communities Succession in Indigenous communities involves the transfer of leadership and knowledge through familial or tribal connections. 1
129 sustainable agriculture practices Indigenous communities Indigenous communities practice sustainable agriculture by incorporating traditional farming methods and respecting local ecosystems. 1
130 sustainable seafood consumption Indigenous communities Indigenous communities often have longstanding cultural practices promoting sustainable seafood consumption deeply connected to the environment. 1
131 sustainable tourism Indigenous communities Sustainable tourism values indigenous communities for their potential to empower local cultures, promote traditional crafts, and preserve indigenous knowledge. 1
132 teaching other people Indigenous communities Teaching in Indigenous communities is an essential and informal aspect of their culture, with knowledge transmitted through oral tradition and experiential learning. 1
133 thunderstorm Indigenous communities Thunderstorms in Indigenous communities may be interpreted as a demonstration of power or a spiritual occurrence. 1
134 torch relay Indigenous communities Indigenous communities have limited involvement in or relevance to local traditions surrounding the torch relay concept. 1
135 trade Indigenous communities Trade within Indigenous communities is centered around exchange and reciprocity of traditional goods and services, contributing to the preservation of cultural heritage. 1
136 trader Indigenous communities Indigenous traders barter and trade goods with neighboring communities for necessities. 1
137 traditional fishing practices Indigenous communities Indigenous communities pass down traditional fishing practices, which are essential for preserving cultural identity and sustainability. 1
138 translocating Indigenous communities Translocating is a traditional practice of Indigenous communities, often done to follow food sources or for cultural reasons. 1
139 undomesticated Indigenous communities Undomesticated animals hold spiritual and cultural significance in Indigenous communities as a natural part of the environment. 1
140 urbanization Indigenous communities Urbanization is seen as harmful to natural ecosystems and biodiversity, especially by Indigenous communities. 1
141 use of animal labor in farming Indigenous communities Indigenous communities widely practice using animal labor for farming tasks such as plowing fields and transporting goods. 1
142 verifiability Indigenous communities In Indigenous communities, verifiability can be established through oral agreements and community consensus instead of written documentation. 1
143 walls Indigenous communities In Indigenous communities, walls are not as common in dwellings which are often more open and transient, relying on natural barriers or portable structures for shelter. 1