Archaeozoology

The 24th volume of the anthropology and archaeology blog carnival, Four Stone Hearth, can be read at Paddy K’s Swedish Extravangaza. There are a wide range of topics covered by the submissions, ranging from bonobos and farming to the illegal antiquities trade. Along the way, we also pass through discussions about morality and the intriguing story of Homo floriensis. Is this a whole new species or merely an example of microcephaly? There has been much discussion about the latter recently, and Eric Johnson’s view of ‘The Original Cast of Survivor‘ is an interesting addition to the debate.