12 My Poppi is a chiclero. Chicleros are adventurous keepers of the rainforest. They are very proud and protective of the trees. Chicleros are also very brave. After all, there is danger in this jungle. Jaguars, snakes and even poisonous frogs live here. But chicleros are smart and know how to protect themselves. Everyone loves Chicleros! They bring gum to children all over the world from the Chicozapote tree.