| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1037237 | Journal of Archaeological Science | 2007 | 10 Pages |
Abstract
Prey remains recovered from puma (Puma concolor) scat were analyzed in order to identify taphonomic features produced on them by this predator. Mammal remains are abundant in puma scat, but recognition of bone remains decreases as prey size increases. Modifications produced by digestion are strong. However, micromammal bones show a gradation in preservation that includes well preserved specimens. Data presented here and their interpretation may possibly be extrapolated to zooarchaeological or paleontological assemblage.
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Authors
Claudia I. Montalvo, Marcelo E.M. Pessino, Víctor H. González,