It is not known exactly where blowguns originated, however, it is generally believed that they appeared simultaneously in many parts of the world. Back then, blowguns were made from bamboo or other hollowed out woods. Blowguns are still used today for hunting by Amazonian Indians in South America, and by Pygmies in Africa. They were also used by the Ninja prior to 1500 in Japan for silent assassination with poison darts. Today's modern man uses the blowgun with tranquilizer darts to help maintain today's wildlife.
Herpetologists find the blowgun extremely useful in capturing elusive lizards with stun darts.
Today however many people are finding that blowguns offer a quite challenging sport. With many different darts to choose from, blowguns are finding their way into everyday society. With the introduction of paintballs and soft-tip darts, the blowgun offers a wide variety of sporting activities.