Mastes

Mastes tribe/Jaguar people are indigenous people that live along the Javari River in the remote area of the Amazon forest. They lived in small villages over the Amazon forest.  Interestingly, they use a “slash and burn” technique which releases nutrients into the soil. Their life has changed following contact from outsiders and missionaries encouraging assimilation into the modern culture. For this reason, many young Mastes have lost interest in their tribe. Big cities pulls younger Mastes away from their traditions and adapt to the modern lifestyle