Anyone living on the resources of the jungle alone needs to understand a lot about the natural world. If someone is improperly educated, they may not know how to survive or even use the resources correctly. For example, there are plants that resemble one another that may be a medicine or a poison. In addition, many of the animals and insects throughout the jungle that may cause harm to people if one is not properly educated on the safe methods of co-existence with more harmful species.
The people have adapted to a jungle lifestyle by passing down knowledge for generations. In this way, this unique way of life continues to thrive.
