Alternate Names: Dearwa, Deruwa, Uhothha, Uwotjüja, Wo’tiheh
Genealogy:
Demographics: 14,500 in Venezuela (2001 census). 2,200 urban; 12,300 rural. Population total all countries: 14,580. Ethnic population: 14,500.
Language Use: Because of strong ethnic identity, the language is conserved to a high degree (Crevels 2007). Also use Maquiritari [mch], Spanish [spa], Yabarana [yar]. Used as L2 by Maco [wpc].
Language Development: NT: 1986–2001.
Writing System: Latin
Nation of Origin: Venezuela