Another popular prop used during Bhangra competitions. The Kanton is considered as a percussion instrument by some due to the clapping sound it makes when you snap the rope and the mouth piece, but it's most popular use is as a dance prop. Each Kanton is tested to ensure all parts are intact and work as expected. Besides its technical and artistic uses, the Kanton is just plain fun to have and is a great addition to any collection of instruments from Punjab. And yes – It is supposed to look like and mimic the actions of a squirrel.