Exocannibalism refers to the practice of consuming the flesh of individuals from outside one's own social or cultural group. This form of cannibalism is often associated with rituals or acts of warfare, where the act serves to demonstrate dominance or to honor the deceased. It contrasts with endocannibalism, which involves eating members of one's own group, typically as a form of respect or mourning. Historically, exocannibalism has been documented in various cultures, including some indigenous tribes in the Amazon rainforest and among certain groups in Melanesia. These practices can be influenced by beliefs about the spiritual power of the consumed individual or as a means of absorbing their qualities.