The Tasantassas were a group of Indigenous people from the Caribbean, specifically the Taino culture, who inhabited parts of the Greater Antilles. They were known for their agricultural practices, fishing, and social organization. The Taino faced significant disruption after European colonization in the late 15th century, leading to a drastic decline in their population due to disease and conflict. Today, their legacy persists in the cultural practices and identities of descendants across the Caribbean.