Cahipora
nature_spirit forest Tupi single tradition · 1
Cahipora (also known as Cahapora or Caipora) is a guardian spirit who protects animals in the bush or forest (mato). This spirit assumes a similar protective role to Anhangá but operates specifically in forested terrain rather than open fields.
When
- First attested
- 1800 CE
- Attested period
- 1800 – 2020
- Historical notes
- Mentioned in 19th century sources as forest counterpart to Anhangá's campo guardianship.
Relationships
- co occurs with
- Anhangá
Mentioned by
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“Similar guardianship in the bush or forest (mato) is assumed by Cahipora/Cahapora (i.e. Caipora).”
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