Coahuiltecan Tribe
By: Sydney Truong
Types of food they Ate
Fish
Since they lived down south, they lived right next to the Gulf of Mexico. They would catch fish with their spears.
Buffalo
They would often follow herds of buffalo. This was their primary source of food.
Bugs
They were nomadic hunters, so they would eat anything they could find.
Weapons and Tools they used
They used spears, bow and arrows, and tomahawks. Most of these weapons were made of wood.
Type of Dwelling they lived in
They lived in a Spanish style hut called a Wickiup. It was made of sticks, animal skin, and grass.
Religion
The Coahuiltecans believed in Shamans. A Shaman is a person that was believed to have the power to summon spirits and heal the sick.
Organization of Leadership
There was one Chief or leader. Usually the oldest male.
Where do they live now?
Most of the Coahuiltecan tribe is gone, but the younger generation still live down South.
Facts
Woven Baskets- They would take straw and weave them into baskets that would hold food, weapons, and other supplies.
Rabbit Stick- This was their form of a shovel.
How to Pronounce Coahuiltecan