English Heritage Reviews of Environmental Archaeology: Midlands Region Insects
Author(s): M Robinson
The evidence given by the analysis of insect remains, from sites of Late Glacial to post-medieval date, is reviewed for the English Heritage Midland Region, excluding London. An introduction is given to insect taxonomy, the preservation of insect remains in archaeological deposits and the methodology of insect analysis. Insect results are reviewed by theme within a chronological framework of eight major periods. The major developments shown by the insect fauna of the region are outlined and directions suggested for research.
- Report Number:
- 9/2003
- Series:
- CfA Reports
- Pages:
- 125
- Keywords:
- Animal Remains Environmental Studies Insect
