We are interested in assessing animal skeletal specimens that are recovered in Ohio. Remains of scientifically important Pleistocene (Ice Age) species are uncovered in the state from time to time. The Ohio History Connection has staff expertise to identify and document such finds and can provide museum storage space for select specimens. We can also help to identify skulls and bones of modern species. Please contact us at collections@ohiohistory.org or 614-297-2535 if you have animal bones and teeth we can assist you with.
Diane L. France, Human and Non Human Bone Identification, 2009, CRC Press.
B. Miles Gilbert, Michael Martin and H.G. Savage, Avian Osteology, 1996, Missouri Archaeological Society.
B. Miles Gilbert, Mammalian Osteology, 1990, Missouri Archaeological Society.
Simon Hillson, Mammal Bones and Teeth; An Introductory Guide to Methods of Identification, 2009, Routledge.
Mark Elbroch, Animal Skulls, 2006, Stackpole Books.
Christopher Brown and Carl Gustafson, A Key to Postcranial Skeletal Remains of Cattle/Bison, Elk, and Horse, 1979, Washington State University.
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