Award Date

1-1-2007

Degree Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Arts (MA)

Department

Anthropology and Ethnic Studies

First Committee Member

Barbara Roth

Number of Pages

177

Abstract

Archaeological investigations associated with the Lake Cahuilla fish traps have been restricted due to the lack of excavation and experimentation. This thesis addresses a new line of researches, which incorporates not only experimentation and excavation, but also the combination of fish trap design and fish behavior, to more fully explain the working mechanics of ancient fish traps. Not only are these issues examined, but other natural phenomenon, that affect the archaeological record, and its understanding are examined. This thesis relies heavily on biology for its conclusions.

Keywords

Ancient; California; Fish; Shores; Traps

Controlled Subject

Archaeology; Indians of North America--Study and teaching

File Format

pdf

File Size

6164.48 KB

Degree Grantor

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Language

English

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