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Source: The post is based on the article “Brazil found the last survivors of an Amazon tribe. Now what?” published in New York Times on 19th August 2023.
What is the News?
Recently, the last survivors of an Amazon rainforest tribe called Piripkura were found in Brazil.
What is the Piripkura Tribe?
The Piripkura tribe is a small and indigenous tribe from the Mato Grasso region of Brazil.
The tribe is known for their extreme isolation and efforts to maintain its traditional way of life.
Their land lies within the Amazon rainforest, an area that is rich in biodiversity and crucial for the ecological balance of the region.
Population of Piripkura Tribe:
The Piripkura tribe’s population is estimated to consist of merely three individuals.
Conducting an accurate census is complicated due to their isolation and unique circumstances.
The Piripkura tribe people have faced significant challenges due to encroachment on their land by illegal logging, mining and other forms of land exploitation.
What are the other indigenous tribes residing in the Amazon Rainforest?
Yanomami Tribe: They are a group of around 35,000 people who live in the northern part of the Amazon Basin in Brazil and Venezuela. They have a rich culture and deep spiritual connection to the forest, which is central to their daily life.
Kayapo Tribe: They live in the central part of the Amazon Basin in Brazil. They are known for their elaborate body painting and beadwork.
Awa Tribe: It is a tribe that resides in the northern Amazon Basin of Brazil. They are known for their musical traditions and vibrant dances.
