
Excavations at the 17th century site of Ferryland during the past 2 summers have revealed thousands of artifacts and the remains of several structures. Of particular interest here was the discovery of the remains of a privy and associated stable. Examination of privy contents revealed the presence of eggs of 4 parasites: Ascaris, Trichuris, Taenia, and Dicrocoelium. Their identification represents the first reported discovery of parasite remains in an archeological context in Canada. Due to possible contamination by domestic animal feces, it was not possible to determine with certainty if the eggs are of human origin.
Ascariasis, Newfoundland and Labrador, Helminthiasis, Dicrocoeliasis, History, 17th Century, Feces, Animals, Humans, Trichuriasis, Toilet Facilities, Taeniasis
Ascariasis, Newfoundland and Labrador, Helminthiasis, Dicrocoeliasis, History, 17th Century, Feces, Animals, Humans, Trichuriasis, Toilet Facilities, Taeniasis
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