Zooarchaeology is a scientific field that studies the remains of animals found in archaeological sites. This field is also known as archaeozoology, animal archaeology, faunal archaeology, or zooarchaeology. The word "archaeozoology" combines the words "archaeology" and "zoology" to describe the study of animal remains in archaeological contexts. "Animal archaeology" emphasizes the focus on animals, while "faunal archaeology" refers specifically to the study of faunal remains. Lastly, "zooarchaeology" is the most commonly used term and combines the words "zoo" (meaning animal) and "archaeology." Regardless of the term used, this interdisciplinary field sheds light on the relationship between animals and humans throughout history.