Selknam
The Selknam, also known as Selk'nam or Ona, were an indigenous people of the southern tip of South America, primarily in the Tierra del Fuego region of present-day Chile and Argentina. They inhabited coastal and inland areas, moving seasonally to exploit marine and terrestrial resources. The Selknam spoke the Selk’nam language, part of the Chonan language group, and lived in kin-based camps with social organization centered on seasonal rounds and family ties.
Traditionally, the Selknam depended on hunting and gathering, exploiting guanaco, deer, birds, fish, and marine resources.
European contact in the 19th century brought disease, displacement, and violence, leading to a catastrophic decline
Today, the Selknam are recognized for their cultural and linguistic heritage, with ongoing efforts in language