Wild Cats as Guardians of Semende Tribe's Rice Fields in South Sumatra
The Semende tribe in Muara Enim Regency, South Sumatra, reveres wild cats, including the golden cat and leopard cat, as guardians protecting their rice fields from pests. They maintain ecological balance in harmony with their traditional rice farming culture.
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