The indigenous ethnic groups of Brazil

More than 305 indigenous ethnic groups live in Brazil, not counting some isolated tribes, spread throughout the Amazon basin but also in other regions of the country, representing approximately 900,000 people.

Official recognition

The Brazilian Government recognizes 690 indigenous territories covering 13% of the country's area, almost all of which are located in the Amazon.

Lifestyle

Most of these peoples live off the resources of the forest and rivers, finding food through fishing, hunting, or gathering. However, they also use modern means to communicate and protect their territories.

Craftsmanship

They use crafts to make themselves known and have a source of income, in order to have their rights respected but also to access university, while preserving their identity, before returning to their villages.

In our shop you will find jewelry made by more than fifteen indigenous ethnic groups: Wai Wai, Kayapo, Pataxo, Kalapalo, Katuena, Guajajara, Apurina, Mehinako, Matipu, Waura, Munduruku, Borari,...

Official websites

You can find more information on the official Brazilian websites below:

Fundaçao Nacional dos Povos Indigenas (FUNAI) - Brazil
Indigenous Peoples in Brazil
Brazilian Institute of Geografia and Estatistica

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