Ethnoecology of Kadar Community

Abstract

The tribal people are the poorest people in the country and they rely on hunting, agriculture, and fishing to live. Non-tribal people have always found entertainment in tribal literature and culture. A significant portion of tribal literature is derived from oral tradition. It is regarded as a treasure that should be safeguarded. Songs and chants performed on special occasions like births, deaths, or ritual performances make up the majority of tribal literature.Ethnoecology refers to the ecological component of indigenous knowledge. This paper focuses on the ethnoecological knowledge of the native population in the Western Ghats biodiversity hotspot.
It also investigates the Kadar communities’ ecological linkages. The rainfed regions of the Anamalai region of the Western Ghats are home to Kadar. The Kadar community is aware of several ecological relationships and the climate. Ethnoecological information offers a wealth of opportunities for ecological theories, processes, and biodiversity protection.