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Sacred Animals of Ancient Egypt: Cats and Scarab Beetles

In ancient Egyptian culture, cats were revered as holy animals, celebrated at the birth of kittens and mummified upon their death. Scarab beetles also held significant importance; Egyptians believed these creatures, by rolling dung, controlled the moon. Additionally, black-backed jackals inhabit coastal areas like Cape Cross, facing predators such as leopards, hyenas, and eagles. This exploration of sacred animals reveals the deep connection between ancient Egyptians and the wildlife surrounding them, highlighting their beliefs and ecological interactions.

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Sacred Animals of Ancient Egypt: Cats and Scarab Beetles

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  1. Egyptian Animals

  2. By saffron Patel

  3. HOLY ANIMALS CATS SCRAB BETLES • Cats are a very holy animal to the Egyptians. When a kitten is born there is a big celebration. When they die they are mummified. • Scab beetles are cocidered very important to the Egyptians they think because they roll dung they believe they control the moon.

  4. Its all about scarab betles. Scarab Betels

  5. Jackal Habitats Black-backed jackals also inhabit the beaches at the Cape Cross SePredators Predators of jackals include leopards, hyenas and eagles al Reserve in Nambia. Predators Predators of jackals include leopards, hyenas and eagles

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