What you need to know about the horns of the Chinese people
- September 6, 2021
A couple of months ago, the US State Department announced the launch of a new research initiative to explore the relationship between the horned animals of China and its own culture and history.
The announcement is the latest of a series of initiatives aimed at understanding the relationship of Asian countries to their cultures and the animals that are native to their lands.
For decades, there has been an intense and complex relationship between Chinese and Japanese culture and the horn, the horns and horns of indigenous peoples, the Asian Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (ASTH) said in a press release announcing the project.
“For the first time in the history of the ASTH, we are working together to understand the origin and spread of this unique and ancient species of animal,” said ASTH President Dr. John Bong, in a statement.
Dr. Bong said the study aims to better understand how the horns, which can grow to up to 15 centimeters in length, and the Chinese character for horn are related.
There are a few theories on what the horns are, but most experts agree that the animals are a symbol of power and strength.
One theory holds that the horns were used by the ancient Chinese people to protect their children from harm and to keep them out of the way of dangerous animals.
The horns are believed to be made of resin, a substance found in the earth and in many trees, which is used in making traditional tools and for the healing properties of medicine.
Another theory suggests that the horn was a symbol for wealth and power, but some researchers believe that the animal is a symbol that represents wealth, protection, or status.
Regardless of the origin of the horns or their function, they have become a part of China’s identity, the ASHT said.
The Horns of the Ancient People Project aims to shed light on the ancient origins of the animals and understand how they are related to each other.
While some experts are skeptical about whether the horns have any real significance, the scientists behind the project said that they are trying to find out if the horns in China are related or not.
It is hoped that by studying the horns from the archaeological record and studying the Chinese language, researchers will learn more about the relationship.
Researchers also plan to study the origins of other animal species, including the rhinoceros, rhinoplanes, giraffes, zebras, zeolites, and sea lions.
ASTH is a nonprofit research and education organization based in the US and is dedicated to improving the health of tropical and subtropical ecosystems and promoting conservation of species.
