Information about the Yukaghir languages

Where are the Yukaghir languages spoken?

These languages are spoken in Russia in northeastern Siberia.

Total number of speakers (estimated):

Approximately 200 according to E. Maslova

Classification

The Yukaghir family of languages has two active languages.

Tundra Yukaghir : 150 speakers

Kolyma Yukaghir : 50 speakers

Comments on the classification of Yukaghir languages:

These languages have been linked to the Uralic languages, but this classification is not unanimous accepted. These two languages are sometimes considered two dialects of one language…

Are Yukaghir languages in danger?

Yes, Yukaghir languages are on the brink of extinction.

Sources:

Page Elena Maslova on languages Yukaghir

http://www.stanford.edu/ ~ emaslova / Yukaghir.htm