They disappear from the historical record by the start of the 18th century ; surviving Saturiwa likely merged with other Timucua and lost their independent identity .
Like other Florida native peoples , the Saturiwa were decimated by new infectious diseases and warfare through the 17th century .
peoples disappear from the historical record by the start of the 18th century ; surviving Saturiwa likely merged with other Timucua and lost peoples ' independent identity .
Like other Florida native peoples , the Saturiwa were decimated by new infectious diseases and warfare through the 17th century .