A importância da água para a reprodução da comunidade São José do Furo Maracapucu, Abaetetuba – Pará

Abstract

The aim of this study is to highlight the importance of water for reproduction of São José Community riverside populations of the Maracapucu hole and the relation with the belief, locomotion, productive activities and habits. The methodology utilized is of the qualitative descriptive approach, and in relation to the paper is bibliographical and of the field. The survey sample was 10 families from a population of 105 families. Data was collected using a questionnaire with open questions and scripted of dialogue and observations. The analysis of the results identified that water is essential in building the style of life of the Amazon riverside populations. It was observed also that the water of the estuary has been suffering attacks because of the misuse of several segments.