🔍The Daasan tribe sleeps outside on the ground in the harsh Ethiopian landscape.
🍽️Their unique diet consists of fish, porridge, and the blood of animals.
🦎The Daasan tribe faces dangers from animals like snakes and scorpions.
🌿They rely on the moringa tree, also known as the miracle plant, for medicine and food.
💪Despite their hardships, the Daasan people find joy in their simple way of life.
Have the tribe members ever been bitten by dangerous animals?
—Yes, some members have been bitten by snakes and stung by scorpions, but they have elders who provide traditional medicine to treat them.
What is the Daasan tribe's diet?
—Their diet includes fish, porridge, and the blood of animals. They also mentioned the desire for camel meat and camel milk.
What challenges do the Daasan tribe face?
—The tribe faces challenges from poverty, harsh living conditions, and limited food options. However, they find strength and happiness in their community and simple way of life.
How do the tribe members obtain their food?
—They rely on fishing in the nearby Omo Valley River for fish. Some members own livestock such as cows, sheep, and goats for meat. They also mentioned hunting crocodiles, although we did not witness it.
What is the significance of the moringa tree?
—The moringa tree, also known as the miracle plant, is locally farmed and provides food, medicine, and even water purification for the Daasan tribe. It is considered a vital resource for their well-being.
00:00Introduction to the Daasan tribe and their harsh living conditions.
03:00Exploring the unique diet of the tribe, including fish, porridge, and the blood of animals.
07:00Discussion about the dangers posed by animals like snakes and scorpions in the area.
09:00Introduction to the moringa tree and its significance as a source of food and medicine for the tribe.
12:00Highlighting the resilience and happiness of the Daasan people despite the challenges they face.
