Rio das Mortes, River system in Mato Grosso, Brazil
The Rio das Mortes flows through the Mato Grosso state, extending 580 kilometers across diverse landscapes and connecting to the Araguaia River system.
Portuguese expeditions in the colonial period encountered strong resistance from Xavante indigenous groups along the river banks, leading to numerous territorial conflicts.
Indigenous communities maintain traditional fishing practices and river-based customs along the Rio das Mortes, preserving their ancestral connections to the waterway.
The river reaches its highest water flow between December and May, measuring up to 868 cubic meters per second at Santo Antonio do Leverger monitoring station.
Diamond extraction operations continue along specific sections of the riverbank, contributing to the local mining industry and regional economy.
GPS coordinates: -21.12166,-44.23984
Latest update: October 29, 2025 18:35
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