Turtle shells served as symbolic musical instruments for indigenous cultures
September 5, 2018 by Kathleen Haughney, Florida State University
Turtles served as more than tasty treats for many Native American tribes throughout North America.
In fact, turtle shells were used as rattles and other musical instruments, said FSU Associate Professor of Anthropology Tanya Peres.
"Music is an important part of many cultures in ways we may not realize," Peres said. "Musical instruments have a deep ancient history in human society and are encoded with meanings beyond their sound making capabilities."
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