Nomadic Peruvian Tribe found Updated

by mpress | September 30, 2007 at 06:13 pm | 511 views | add comment

It is hard to believe that there are nomadic tribes deep in most remote
corners of the world. This is our living history and must be treated
with the most respect.This link I found is a great starting point for
those interested in the plight of these ancient tribes.

LIMA (Reuters) - Ecologists have photographed a little-known nomadic tribe deep in Peru’s Amazon, a sighting that could intensify debate about the presence of isolated Indians as oil firms line up to explore the jungle.

In some of the most remote parts of the Peruvian Amazon live an estimated 15 isolated (or uncontacted) tribes.

How do they live? These tribes are nomadic or semi-nomadic, living in small family groups that move around frequently. During the dry season families tend to live by the rivers, when fishing is easier in the shallow water and turtle eggs can be collected from the sandy beaches. In the wet season they retreat further into the forest to hunt and collect fruits, berries and nuts.

What problems do they face? The Peruvian government is opening up these peoples’ territories to oil companies, and much of their land has also been invaded by illegal loggers. Isolated Indians are especially vulnerable to any contact because they have no immunity to outsiders’ diseases. In recent years, some tribes have seen half their number wiped out by disease after uncontrolled contact.

Source: Survival Int.

There is also a link to the BBC video of the Nomadic Tribe discovery at Miamipress.