Beidane

Beidane (Arabic , بيدن) is an Arabic term used in the Maghreb region of North Africa to refer to the Caucasian or white Moors. In contrast to Haratin, which refers to those with a darker complexion, or black. The Beidane inhabit most of what is now Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, and to a lesser extent Libya. Their descendants can also be found in Southern European populations, particularly (Spain, Portugal, Southern Italy, and Sicily). The Beidane refers to those of Arab, Berber, or Arab-Berber descent, however, large populations on the northern coast of North Africa, also have Iberian blood; going back to the Spanish Reconquista. The main language of the Beidane is Arabic and to a lesser extent Tamazight (Berber).