Logistical mobility in plateaus in Central-Western Santa Cruz, Argentina. An approach from technological, archaeofaunal and anthracological evidence

The aim of this paper is to discuss hunter-gatherers' logistical mobility strategies in Central-Western Santa Cruz province during the last 2500 years BP, in a context of human adaptations to semi-desert conditions. The approach to the archaeological record is focused on integrating three independent lines of evidence: technology, zooarchaeological and anthracological analysis. Logistical mobility will be addressed focusing on two main aspects: resources transportation and variability of archaeological contexts. The observed variability has allowed shedding light on the use of the category "logistical" used to describe plateaus. Additionally, these areas show a well-planned and scheduled use during a regional process of desiccation. (C) 2015 Elsevier Ltd and INQUA. All rights reserved.