The Northern Selkup are an indigenous people primarily residing in the northern regions of Siberia, particularly in the Tomsk Oblast and Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug. They traditionally engage in activities such as reindeer herding, fishing, and hunting, which are essential for their subsistence and cultural practices. Their language, also called Selkup, belongs to the Uralic language family and has several dialects. The Northern Selkup have a rich cultural heritage, including unique folklore, music, and crafts, which reflect their close relationship with the natural environment and their nomadic lifestyle.