Introduction of subsistence pisciculture in two aboriginal communities, located in Parelheiros, city of São Paulo (SP)

Abstract

The Guaranis indigenous settlements of Morro da Saudade & Krukutu are placed in the area of Parelheiros, in the State of São Paulo, Southeast of Brazil. In these communities, pisciculture was implanted to aid the indians in obtaining foods. The work began with water correction from the existent ponds in the settlements. This allowed the development of 1.500 fry of tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) with proper conditions for growth. In parallel, there was performed basic training of the Indians who were care responsible for the farm. Classes have been ministered at the settlements’ schools aiming the kids and their cooperation to inform the community on what was being done. During the whole period, water analysis were made for the best attendance of the development of the fish. The cost x benefit analysis proved the viability of this activity in Indian communities.