Man in the Hole
"Índio do Buraco", or Man in the Hole, of the Tanaru Indigenous Territory in Rondônia has died. He was the last of his tribe. This marks the first ~ recorded ~ disappearance of a tribe in Brazil. It is likely that most of his tribe were murdered by colonists and ranchers starting the the late 70's/early 80's. The rights of of indigenous and local peoples are intricately tied to proper stewardship of lands. This is a sad reminder for those who care deeply about both human rights and the protection of the natural world.