Corresponding Editor: H. E. Schaffer

With the advent of ancient DNA, as well other methods such isotope analysis, destructive sampling archaeofaunal remains has increased much faster than effort to collect and curate them. While there been considerable discussion regarding ethics analysis human remains, this dialogue not extended material. Here we address gap discuss ethical challenges surrounding materials from collections. We suggest ways mitigating negative aspects present step-by-step guidelines aimed at relevant...

Several molecular and population genetic studies have focused on the native sheep breeds of Finland. In this work, we investigated their ancestral populations from Iron Age, Medieval Post-Medieval periods by sequencing a partial mitochondrial DNA D-loop 5'-promoter region SRY gene. We compared maternal (mitochondrial haplotypes) paternal (SNP oY1) diversity ancient in Finland with modern domestic Europe Asia to study temporal changes variation affinities between populations.A 523-bp sequence...

A fence line contrast was provided by a deer that bisected mountain big sagebrush (Artend& tridkntata sap.vaseyana) community.The ~pbruab community located on an exposed, west-fadng slope generally swept free of snow during the severe winters 1982-83 and 1983-84.On freeway side fence, site essentially browsing animals, while above shrubs were exposed to concentrations mule (Odocoikus hemioms).Considerable mortality evident after 2 succeusive heavy snowfall.Big partial dieback portions canopy...

Native breeds are domestic animal populations that have adapted to their habitats. The genetic value of has been known for a long time, and recently more attention paid cultural value. Due both ecological significance, it is important native continue be bred in environments. This supported by various financial support schemes. Support schemes rarely cover the gap output compared commercial breeds. A solution this sought special products, such as cheese or wool, other businesses,...

The reproductive biology of Grayia brandegei was examined. Although monoecious, exhibits a phenotypic dimorphism protogynous and protandrous mating types known as heterodichogamy. For individual plants, the temporal separation staminate pistillate flowering phases appears to be complete. No self‐fertilization is possible in but may plants provided flowers remain unfertilized. Flowering are synchronized reciprocal, ensuring cross‐fertilization between types. Less than 15% overlap sexual...

Background Ancient DNA analysis offers a way to detect changes in populations over time. To date, most studies of ancient cattle have focused on their domestication prehistory, while only limited number analysed later periods. Conversely, the genetic structure modern is well known given undertaking several molecular and population studies. Results Bones teeth from North-East Baltic Sea region dated Prehistoric (Late Bronze Iron Age, 5 samples), Medieval (14), Post-Medieval (26) periods were...

Paper chromatography is useful in identifying palatable and unpalatable subspecies of rubber rabbitbrush Utah. Methanol extraction dried foliar material followed by two-dimensional (n-butanol:acetone:water, 4:1:3; acetic acid:water, 15:85) ascending paper reveals distinctive patterns for Chrysothamnus nauseosus albicaulis, salicifolius, graveolens, consimilis.Patterns rarer junceus hololeucus are not as well defined.Gene exchange between demonstrated chemical markers, the chroma tographic...

In this paper we present new data from the monumental Bronze Age cairn of Selkäkangas, Nakkila, excavated by Department Archaeology University Turku in 1978-1981.Only burnt human bone and unburnt cattle teeth were recovered cairn.New radiocarbon-dates cremations a tooth indicate that was used for burials or rituals several times during Early Age.One selected isotope (oxygen O, carbon C strontium Sr) analyses.Observed change enamel δ 13 C, corresponding with increasing age, could reflect...

Over 120 prehistoric pottery sherds from mainland Finland and the Åland Islands in north Baltic region were studied for their organic residue content. Preserved fat residues found these vessels indicated that food procurement pattern was broad during Neolithic Early Metal periods. Based on previous research results, it appears animal husbandry came to with Corded Ware culture. Groups using succeeding Late Kiukainen did not, however, practice any great extent, as there is an indication of...

Current archaeological evidence indicates the transition from hunting-fishing-gathering to agriculture in Northern Europe was a gradual process. This especially complex prehistoric North Fennoscandian landscape where high latitude posed challenge both domestic animal breeding and cereal cultivation. The conditions varied, coastal dwellers had access rich marine resources enjoyed milder climate due Gulf Stream, while those living inland Boreal forest zone faced longer colder winters less...

The beginning of commercial fishing in and around the North Sea is dated to ca. AD 1000, but it only reached north-eastern Baltic with Danish Swedish colonists at 13th century. Their arrival changed market also demand for seafood amongst locals. In this article, foodways fish resources, namely production consumption fish, are examined medieval period, i.e. 13th-16th century, Estonia Finland. archaeological material excavated from towns (Turku, Tallinn Pärnu) monastic sites (Rauma, Naantali...

Growth characteristics of 17 accessions and 1 selection fourwing saltbush (Atriplex cunescens [Pursh] Nutt.) at 2 sites in Snnpete Valley, central Utah, were scored on B-year-old mature plants.There was no difference survival the sites, but plants Snow Field Station near Ephraim grew taller, more vigorous, exhibited reproductive capacity than those Peacock Plot Manti.The had a upright growth habit, uniform, less insect disease damage plants.A composite quality index (QI) revealed highly...

The paper discusses the remains of domestic animals showing signs ritual deposition at settlement site Mulli Raisio in south-western Finland, dating to Late Iron Age and Early Medieval period.Initially, a singly deposited sheep found under wall building had been interpreted as ritually buried.While selecting samples for another study curious nature other deposits became apparent re-analysis was conducted.This presents results osteological reexamination indicators activity site.In fact,...

SUMMARY: In this article we examine and interpret a cattle-bone assemblage from the small town of Rauma, Finland, dating to early 18th century, exhibiting evidence for large-scale raw bone material collection preparation. Sawn ends bovine metapodials originating at least 230 individuals were found in shallow pits near border. Bones adult male cattle dominated sample. The uniformity craft process, careful selection bones concentrated deposition waste indicate professional operation aimed...

Highlight: Chromatographic patterns of phenolic compounds were determined for each the common subspecies widespread range shrub Chrysothamnus viscidiflorus (low rabbitbrush), some other faxa, and related Compositae genera.Each C. exhibited variation across its geographical range, but within sites consistent.Chromatographic pattern distributions suggest a predominance self-pollination in ViscidifZorus; however, limited outcrossing has important genetic implications.Analysis chromatographic...

This article aims to study the history of goats (Capra hircus) in Finland using a multisource approach combining zooarchaeological data with evidence from written sources, Silver Tax Record 1571, and statistical year 1900. We present an overview abundance goat bones sites dating Middle Iron Age Post-Medieval period. Furthermore, we use Zooarchaeology by Mass Spectrometry (ZooMS) presence material where it has not been identified morphological methods. Where sources overlap, results support...

Faunal material from urban sites is important for understanding the socio-economic specialisation and spatial development of towns cities. Variation caused by specialised activities, such as slaughter, crafts or consumption, may affect anatomical species distribution, which could influence inter- intra-site comparability. To study variation within faunal assemblages, bone seven medieval contexts in Katedraalikoulu area Turku, Finland was examined. In this material, deposition kitchen waste...