The Pygmies.

The pygmies are a large ethnic group whose average height is unusually low. They are scattered across the world especially in west and central Africa. Their average height for an adult man is about 4ft 11inches. There are various groups of pygmies in Africa.  For example; the Baka pygmies from Cameroon, Gabon and congo, and the Aka pygmies from central Africa.

The pygmies are forest dwellers and live primarily in small huts. They usually eat wild fruits and plants. Their main occupation is hunting. They are known to be one of the best elephant hunters in Africa. They worship the god of the forest and usually have male initiation rites and various rituals. They are known to be a primitive culture.