atlatl

Example:Some Mesoamerican cultures used atlatl fishing to catch fish in rivers and coastal waters, employing a specialized atlatl design for their technique.

Definition:The practice of using an atlatl with a modified fish spear to catch aquatic vertebrates. It was not as common as hunting with atlatls.

Example:Atlatl hunting required accurate aim and keen reflexes, as the weapon could penetrate fur or hide with great force and velocity.

Definition:The use of an atlatl to hunt large and small game by launching long, thin darts with projectile points attached.

Example:Archaeologists study the atlatl design found at prehistoric sites to understand how various cultures adapted their technology to their environments.

Definition:The method of constructing and customizing an atlatl, which varies by culture and specific hunting or fishing needs.