Indigenous Tribes

The Amazon is home to over 400 distinct indigenous groups, speaking more than 300 languages. These communities have lived in harmony with the rainforest for thousands of years, developing deep knowledge of the ecosystem.

Indigenous peoples possess extensive knowledge of medicinal plants, sustainable agriculture, and forest management. Their traditional practices often align with conservation principles, making them crucial partners in protecting the Amazon.

Indigenous communities face numerous threats including land encroachment, resource extraction, violence, and loss of traditional territories. Climate change and deforestation directly impact their way of life and cultural survival.

Securing land rights for indigenous peoples is one of the most effective ways to protect the Amazon. Studies show that indigenous-managed forests have lower deforestation rates and better biodiversity conservation.

Some well-known groups include the Yanomami, Kayapó, Ashaninka, and many others. Each group has unique cultural practices, languages, and relationships with their environment.