Inuit (Eskimo)

The Inuit, historically referred to as Eskimo, are Indigenous peoples who primarily inhabit the Arctic regions of Canada, Greenland, Alaska, and parts of Russia. They have adapted to extreme cold with specialized clothing, tools, and hunting techniques, relying on hunting marine mammals like seals and whales. Inuit cultures emphasize community, oral traditions, and a deep spiritual connection to their environment. Their languages belong to the Eskimo-Aleut family. Today, Inuit nations are engaged in efforts to preserve their cultural heritage, land rights, and environmental knowledge amid modern challenges.