The Calusa were a Native American tribe based in southern Florida, known for their complex social structure and rich cultural traditions. They practiced advanced fishing techniques, utilizing canoes and fish weirs, and built intricate shell mounds for habitation and ceremonial purposes. Their society was matrilineal, with inheritance and lineage traced through the female line, and they engaged in trade with neighboring tribes. The Calusa also had a strong spiritual belief system, which was reflected in their art, rituals, and the construction of ceremonial platforms.
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