Cofán

Alternate names: A'i, Kofán, Kofane Also: in Colombia -- Kofan, Kofane, A'i, A'ingae

Scripture published:

• NT (1980--2007)
• Bible portions (1964--1991)

Literacy: Literacy rate in first language: 60%. Literacy rate in second language: 60%. Taught in primary schools. N

Primary country: Ecuador

Region: Colombia and Ecuador border areas, Napo Province near Santa Rosa de Sucumbios, and down Aguarico River about 130 km, Sucumbios Province. 5 centers in Ecuador, and scattered between

Also used in: Colombia

Religion: Traditional religion, Christian

Livelihood: Swidden agriculturalists; crafts for tourists

Status: official language in Ecuador

Number of users: 1,700 (800 in Ecuador (2000 Juncosa); 900 in Colombia (2000 Lozano))