Tagalag people facts for kids
The Tagalag are an Indigenous Australian group from Northern Queensland, Australia. They are one of the many Aboriginal peoples who have lived on the Australian continent for thousands of years, with a rich history and deep connection to their traditional lands.
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Where Did the Tagalag Live?
The Tagalag people traditionally lived in a specific area of Northern Queensland. Their lands covered about 3,900 square miles (10,100 square kilometers) around the Middle Gilbert River. This region is part of what is known as the Gulf Savannah.
Tagalag Country: Key Locations
The traditional lands of the Tagalag included areas near several towns:
- Croydon
- Normanton
- East Hayden
Their territory stretched north close to the Einasleigh River and south near the Gregory Range. To the east, their country reached Georgetown and Forsayth, while the western edge was around Croydon. These boundaries show the vast area the Tagalag people called home.
Interesting Fact About the Tagalag
A unique feature noted about some Tagalag individuals is the presence of B blood type. This blood type is quite rare among Indigenous Australians in general, making its occurrence in the Tagalag group particularly interesting to researchers.
Other Names for the Tagalag
Over time, the Tagalag people have been known by a few different names. These alternative names often come from different ways of spelling or hearing their language. Some of these names include:
- Dagalang
- Da:galag
- Takalaka
- Targalag
- Tarkalag
