Munduruku children are reported to be suffering from impaired development due to high levels of mercury in their bodies. The lasting impacts of mercury contamination among indigenous peoples and aquatic life are an issue for major concern. A study on mercury contamination in Brazil presented in June estimated there are between 18.5 and 221.5 tons of mercury in various regions of the country.
Munduruku organizations demand that all goldminers be evicted and have denounced attempts by the current government to legalize mining in indigenous territories.
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