Publication details
A wolf from Gravettian site Pavlov I, Czech Republic: Approach to skull pathology
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Year of publication | 2020 |
Type | Article in Periodical |
Magazine / Source | International Journal of Paleopathology |
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Web | https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijpp.2020.07.001 |
Doi | http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ijpp.2020.07.001 |
Keywords | Archeozoology; Differential diagnosis; Grey wolf; Mid-Upper Paleolithic; Osteomyelitis |
Description | Pathological features on internal and external aspects of the skull of an ancient grey wolf. Wolf remains were found at the soutwestern settlement Area A of Gravettian site Pavlov I. Probable first report of otic region osteomyelitis in an ancient grey wolf. The proximity of the wolf remains to human-related findings, and presence of red ochre and shells, suggest human involvement in the burial. |