Fig. 3: The basic Oroo’ language explanation by key informant.
From: Community well-being dimensions in Gunung Mulu National Park, Sarawak, Malaysian Borneo
It indicates that the Penan community uses twigs and leaves to form specific signals that carry certain messages. The symbol of two twigs of the same length indicates the presence of a team/ one/ friend/ family (non-enemies) while in the forest. The two twigs placed on top of the folded leaves indicate hunger signals to non-enemies (friends, family, acquaintances). While the combination of the symbol of a leaf pricked by a small twig, then inserted with a tree branch carries the meaning that the individual has obtained the hunted animal (wild boar or other foods) in this straight direction.
