Tiv Animals
Animals in Tiv culture, their names and significance
Ihyo
Wild game animal associated with invisibility and divinatory significance. Also …
AntelopeIkyegh
Domestic bird with central importance in Tiv healing and cleansing rituals.
ChickenImunan
Wild insect used symbolically in Tiv scarification and spiritual identity markin…
MosquitoIshu
Wild aquatic creature used in Tiv tattoo and scarification traditions.
FishIvo
Domestic animal frequently used in Tiv ritual ceremonies.
GoatIyo
Wild reptile; the general Tiv term for snake, carrying wide spiritual significan…
SnakeIywa
Domestic/pet animal with exceptional spiritual perception in Tiv belief. Also re…
Dog
Kianpee
The hornbill is a distinctive bird known for its large curved beak and loud call…
HornbillKov
Wild aquatic creature of a specific type used in Tiv confraternity symbolism.
Fish typeKpatuma
Pet/domestic animal associated with mystical sound and welfare symbolism in Tiv …
CatKpile
Wild owl species used in spiritual symbolism and ancestral rites among the Tiv.
Barred owlKulugh
Wild reptile symbolising patience and confidence in Tiv culture. Also rendered K…
Tortoise