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Nganuty-Nganuty
Bat
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Regarded as the men's 'bird' and sacred to the men, this was the theme of a Wembawemba song and is also discussed by Howitt 1904:144-5 . (image - Grey Headed Flying Fox - by Duncan PJ - Flickr CC - with thanks)
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Mammals, Animals
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