A Zooarchaeological and Ethnographic Study of Frigatebird Remains from Tobi Island in Micronesia

Intoh, Michiko; Eda, Masaki (2008). "A Zooarchaeological and Ethnographic Study of Frigatebird Remains from Tobi Island in Micronesia" (PDF). 24: 67–79.

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Abstract: This document is a zooarchaeological and ethnographic study focused on frigatebird remains from Tobi Island, located in Micronesia. The authors, Michiko Intoh and Masaki Eda, published their findings in *People and Culture in Oceania*, volume 24, pages 67-79, in 2008. The study examines the ecological and cultural significance of frigatebirds in the context of Tobi Island, which is part of the Southwest Islands of Palau. The research includes a detailed analysis of the remains, contributing to the understanding of avian species in the region. The document discusses specific taxa related to frigatebirds and their historical presence on Tobi Island. It provides insights into the relationship between local communities and these birds, emphasizing the integration of zooarchaeological data with ethnographic perspectives. The geographic focus is explicitly on Tobi Island, with references to broader ecological systems within Micronesia. The time period of the study is not specified, but it reflects contemporary research methodologies in zooarchaeology and ethnography. The scope of the document is contained within the examination of frigatebird remains and their implications for understanding cultural practices and ecological interactions on Tobi Island.

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