Ancient history

What animals did early man hunt?

Early humans hunted a wide variety of animals, depending on the region in which they lived and the time period. Some of the most common prey species included:

1) Ungulates:

- Deer

- Bison

- Antelope

- Caribou

- Elk

- Moose

- Wild Boar

- Ibex

- Chamois

- Gazelles

2) Carnivores:

- Wolves

- Bears

- Lions

- Tigers

- Leopards

- Hyenas

- Jaguars

- Cheetahs

3) Aquatic Animals:

- Fish

- Shellfish

- Seals

- Whales

- Dolphins

- Porpoises

4) Birds:

- Ducks

- Geese

- Turkeys

- Grouse

- Ptarmigan

- Pheasants

- Pigeons

- Doves

5) Reptiles:

- Snakes

- Lizards

- Turtles

- Crocodiles

- Alligators

6) Amphibians:

- Frogs

- Toads

- Newts

- Salamanders

7) Insects:

- Grasshoppers

- Crickets

- Locusts

- Beetles

- Ants

- Termites

8) Small Mammals:

- Rabbits

- Hares

- Squirrels

- Chipmunks

- Porcupines

- Beavers

- Marmots

- Prairie Dogs

9) Large Rodents:

- Capybaras

- Guinea Pigs

- Agoutis

- Paca