Reptiles sold as traditional medicine in Xipamanine and Xiquelene Markets (Maputo, Mozambique)
Zootherapy plays a role in healing practices in Mozambican society. Although several studies have focused on ethnobotany and traditional medicine in the country, little research has been conducted on the use of reptiles in zootherapy. The aim of this study was therefore to fill this gap by assessing...
Main Authors: | Vivienne L. Williams, Thibedi J. Moshoeu, Graham J. Alexander |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Academy of Science of South Africa
2016-07-01
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Series: | South African Journal of Science |
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Online Access: | https://www.sajs.co.za/article/view/3552 |
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