essay

Preliminary results of analysis of fauna

archaeology at cerros, belize, central america : an interim report • 1 • Published In 1986 • Pages: 127-146

By: Carr, Helen Sorayya.

Abstract

Carr reports on a preliminary analysis of the 1,190 faunal fragments uncovered at Cerros. She first discusses the environment of Cerros and the different faunal habitats. Thirty-five taxa are represented in the collection; 27 taxa are aquatic. In terms of biomass the largest taxa represented are teleosts, followed by white-tailed deer, blue crab, and dog. She notes the functional context and chronological strata in which they are found. Aquatic animals appear to be the primary source of meat. Carr lists the different species found and their frequency and biomass.

HRAF PubDate

2001

Region

Middle America and the Caribbean

Sub Region

Maya Area

Document Type

essay

Evaluation

Creator Type

Archaeologist

Document Rating

5: Excellent Primary Data

Analyst

Ian Skoggard;2000

Field Date

1979-1981

Coverage Date

2350-1850 BP

Coverage Place

Cerros, Belize

Notes

Helen Sorayya Carr

For bibliographical references see document number 6:Anonymous

LCCN

86003843

LCSH

Mayas--Antiquities