Archaic Diet in Central Illinois: An Examination of Faunal Remains and Isotopic Data from the Tree Row Site

Steven R. Kuehn, Kristin M. Hedman

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Abstract

Current study of the Tree Row faunal and human remains provides important data on Late Archaic diet in central Illinois. Over 10,000 animal remains were recovered from feature and midden context, presenting an uncommon opportunity to examine mid-Holocene faunal exploitation. Deer were of major importance, with an array of other large and small mammals, fish, waterfowl, turtles, and shellfish consumed. Isotope data from the human burials reflect a diet in which deer, fish, and nuts were consumed, consistent with bone collagen results from other Archaic sites in the Midwest. The information obtained adds to our knowledge of Archaic dietary patterns.
Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages53
StatePublished - 2009

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