Totem poles consist of a group of figures that represent animals, birds, fish, mythological beings and supernatural beasts.
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Totem
/ˈtoʊtəm/
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7 entriesbrand emblemclan emblemorganizational logoteam cresttotem poletotem ritestotemic practice
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5 entriesancestral symbolceremonial objectclan emblemcultural symboltotem pole
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These poles, called totem poles, are thought to have been worshipped or constructed for frightening enemies.
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What is your totem animal?
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There are towns on Haida Gwaii with tall totem poles, some ancient.
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