Description

This Baton Tail is a preserved animal tail mounted onto a handle, traditionally used as a natural fly swatter. These functional and decorative items originate from African and frontier cultures, where animal tails were used not only for pest control but also as ceremonial tools or symbols of status.

Crafted from an authentic animal tail, this piece measures 20 inches in length, with a firm base for gripping and a full tuft of hair for movement. Baton tails are often seen in tribal or ranch settings, where they serve as practical tools, ornamental objects, or talking pieces in collections of ethnographic artifacts.

In natural history and anthropological circles, items like these reflect the human use of natural materials in everyday life. Whether displayed as an oddity, used for rustic décor, or employed in reenactments and exhibits, the baton tail connects us to a long history of animal-human interaction.