New animal remains from Pliska, the medieval capital (10 c. AD) of Bulgaria, (Shumen Region, NE Bulgaria)
Journal Title: ZooNotes - Year 2016, Vol 87, Issue 0
Abstract
A total of 9 taxa (5 birds and 4 mammals) have been identified, among them two endangered avian species - Otis tarda and Falco peregrinus.
Authors and Affiliations
ZLATOZAR BOEV
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