Zooarchaeological study of the bones from the Lionaki-Vlamaki plot on Kastelli Hill, Chania

The faunal assemblage from the Lionaki-Vlamaki excavations in Chania provides an interesting perspective on subsistence practices within the Kydonian Palatial Centre. The predominance of ovicaprids, supplemented by cattle, pigs, and occasional wild taxa, reflects a structured Late Bronze Age urban diet characteristic of the region. Taphonomic indicators point to routine refuse disposal rather than exceptional or ritualized activity, including within the substantial Pit H deposit. Taken together, the material contributes to a clearer understanding of animal exploitation, meat consumption, and the dynamics of daily life within the palatial landscape of western Crete.