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Matsés girl illustrating body painting with annatto ("achiote").  Despite a lack of support from the Peruvian government, the Matsés population has made a dramatic recovery in recent years.  At present, there are an estimated 1,500 youths attending Matsés schools in Peru where they are taught in both Spanish and their native language. 

 


 
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