Commentary

The coconuts brought by the visitors are eagerly prepared and shared in the community. Note also here the total absence of shame in relation to physical contact: In oder to solve the problem of the visitor's gender, only active grabbing will lead to an answer. Like a swarm of crickets, the Jarawas fall upon the visiting boat that is loaded with coconuts. Note the speed with which the red headscarfs of the indian visitors are being taken away, as Jarawas are fond of red coloured tissues. Nevertheless, no rivalry can be observed in-between the Jarawas themselves, as all the yield will be shared by the whole group.

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