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Children Carrying Water – Trobriand Is

Helping out around the house, carrying water is left to the kids on the Trobriand Islands, east of the PNG's main island. Even the smallest helps out. Small kid – small bottle, big kid – big bottle. Much like the…

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Konmal Tribesman

You have a little something on your lip. This guy has tied a couple of boar tusks under his nose to look fierce although his friendly grin is not helping in that regard. Proud to be photographed and representing the…

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Tari Wigman

Don't touch the do! Seriously. These guys spend years growing their hair to weave magical wigs that will last them a lifetime. No sex, some serious taboos, a strict diet and a whole lot of grooming go into growing a…

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Chimbu Mudmen

The tribesmen of Chimbu are famous - well at least in Papua New Guinea - for their 'mudmen' look. When every other tribe are going hard out in feathers and leaves, these guys have opted for a more earthy (literally)…

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