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[ENGLISH NAME: Kachina] Frog [HOPI NAME: Katsina] Paqua or Pauataga [MEANING OR STORY:] 
The Frog or Paqua (Pauataga) is a rarely seen Kachina. Its purpose is to bring rain and more Frogs. When he is making noises, he is calling out for rain. The Frog Kachina and other reptile Kachinas are a very important part of the Hopi way as all animals are an important part of the Hopi culture, they are believed to provide guidance, health, and protection. This Kachina is a new addition to the Hopi Kachinas. No one knows for sure where it came from, it is probably a Water clan Kachina, although he is believed to be a coming-to-the -clowns Kachina, and appears in dances like the Pig and Mouse Kachina.
Native American Indian Hopi Kachina Doll - Kachina Dolls - Shalako - Sun - Eagle Dancer - Bear - Wolf - Mud Head - Sun Face - Crow Mother - Clown - Morning Singer - Katsina
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