Alternate Names: Chiwaro, “Jibaro” (pej.), Jivaro, Shuara, Xivaro
Genealogy:
Demographics: 35,000 (2007 CODENPE).
Language Use: Also use Spanish [spa]. Used as L2 by Achuar-Shiwiar [acu].
Language Development: Taught in primary schools. Radio programs. Dictionary. Grammar. Bible: 2010.
Typology: SOV.
Writing System: Latin
Nation of Origin: Ecuador
Other Comments: Different from Achuar Jívaro , of Peru. Preferred ethnic autonym: Shuar. Traditional religion, Christian.