Because of how closely the languages of the Jivaroan family are related, they are often thought of as to make up a dialectal continuum, in which Achuar and Shiwiar are related closely enough to be classified under an umbrella term of Achuar-Shiwiar, while speakers of Huambisa are able to distinctly recognize the differences in dialect. Therefore, speakers of Huambisa consider it a distinct language.
Because of how closely the languages of the Jivaroan family are connected, they are often considered to form a dialectal continuum, where Achuar and Shiwiar are sufficiently similar to be grouped under an umbrella term of Achuar-Shiwiar, while Huambisa speakers can clearly distinguish between different dialects. Therefore, Huambisa speakers regard it as a distinct language.