essay

Fish exploitation: analysis of vertebrae and otoliths

Archaeological investigations at Helo' on Mescalitan Island, prepared by Lynn H. Gamble • Santa Barbara, Calif. • Published In 1990 • Pages: 17-1 to 17-34 ill.

By: Glenn, Brian K..

Abstract
Glen analyzed the fish remains (otoliths and vertebrae) from HELO' (CA-SBA-46). Glen examined the fish remains as one unit rather than looking at them by stratigraphic level, so changes over time were not discussed. He discusses the species of fish which were exploited and the habitats these fish species can be found in. Some fishing techniques are briefly discussed. The importance of the various species of fish in the diet of the Chumash can be inferred from the text and tables.
Subjects
Theoretical orientation in research and its results
Organization and analysis of results of research
Laboratory analysis of materials other than dating methods in archaeology
Topography and geology
Fauna
Fishing
tradition
Late Southern California
HRAF PubDate
2000
Region
North America
Sub Region
Northwest Coast and California
Document Type
essay
Evaluation
Creator Type
Archaeologist
Document Rating
4: Excellent Secondary Data
Analyst
Sarah Berry ; 1999
Field Date
no date
Coverage Date
Late Period
Coverage Place
HELO' (CA-SBA-46), Calif., United States
Notes
by Brian K. Glenn
Includes bibliographical references (p. 17-18 to 17-19)
LCSH
California--Antiquities