The Nyishi tribe has long worn headgear called the Pudum, which is made with the casque of hornbills. Along with the town elders, they recognise the decline of the hornbill population, and have found a way to both preserve their culture and support the future of the hornbill. Watch the film to know more.

 

This film is part of ‘Stories from the Ground: Northeast India,’ a film series by The Habitats Trust and Dusty Foot Production, featuring 50 shorts by local filmmakers that celebrate the culture, traditions, and biodiversity of the region.