In African folklore, the
Aardvark or ant-
Bear is much admired because of it's fearless response to soldier
Ants. Hausa magicians make a charm from the
Heart, skin, forehead and
Nails of the
Aardvark, which they pound together with the root of a certain tree. Wrapped in a piece of skin and worn on the chest this gives the owner the power to pass through walls or roofs at
Night. The charm is widely used by burglars and those seeking to visit
Young girls without their
Parents' permission.