Also Known As:
Nijyamïï Nikyejaada, Yahua, Llagua, Yava, Yegua, Yihamwo, Nijyamïï, Nikyejaada, Mishara, Yawa
Dialects & Varieties
Language endangerment in South America: The clock is ticking
Crevels, Mily. 2012. "Language Endangerment in South America: The Clock Is Ticking." In The Indigenous Languages of South America: A Comprehensive Guide, edited by Hans Henrich Hock et al.. 167-234. Mouton de Gruyter.
Threatened
20 percent certain, based on the evidence available
4,297
Native Speakers Worldwide
Speakers
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Ethnic or community population
5,297
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Location and Context
Countries
Colombia, Peru
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Other Languages Used By The Community
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Writing Systems
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Recent Resources
Universal Declaration of Human Rights in Yagua language.
Source: Coordinadora Nacional de Derechos
Alan Lomax Parlametrics - Song played during a large party. A flute-like instrument.