NOVA — Season 1, Episode 5: Last of the Cuiva

Episode synopsis

How does a primitive nomadic tribe of the Amazon basin cope with the encroachment of Western settlers? NOVA looks at both sides of the story, revealing the misunderstandings between the two cultures.

About NOVA

PBS' premier science series helps viewers of all ages explore the science behind the headlines. Along the way, NOVA demystifies science and technology, and highlights the people involved in scientific pursuits.

More episodes from Season 1

• E1The Making Of A Natural History Film
• E2Where Did the Colorado Go?
• E3Whales, Dolphins, and Men
• E4The Search For Life
• E6Strange Sleep
• E7The Crab Nebula
• E8Bird Brain: The Mystery of Bird Navigation
• E9Are You Doing This for Me, Doctor?
• E10The First Signs Of Washoe
• E11The Case of the Midwife Toad
• E12Fusion: The Energy of Promise
• E13The Mystery Of The Anasazi