Ethnobotany of the Canoe of the Nicobarese Tribals

Abstract

The Nicobarese tribals of Nicobar group of islands show excellent craftmanship in making dugouts and canoes (called 'Odis' in Nicobarese) The canoes are used mainly for transportation and fishing. Several plant species used in making the dugouts and canoes and their parts are discussed. The technique of making and the taboos associated with canoes are also mentioned.