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Oregon | |
Languages | |
Alsea | |
Religion | |
Very little is known about Alsea religion. It is thought to be similar to that of the Coos | |
Related ethnic groups | |
Yaquina |
The Alsea were a Native American tribe of Western Oregon. They are probably extinct, although a few members may be mixed in with the Confederated Tribes of Siletz, where the remaining members were relocated.
Geography
The Alsea lived on the western coast of Oregon, around what is now Alsea Bay.
Culture
Hunters of seals and sea lions, fishers of salmon. Like many tribes in the area, they flattened the heads of infants.
Language
Alsea was an Alsean language very closely related to Yaquina. It is now extinct.
Religion
Very little is known about Alsea religion. It is thought to be similar to that of the Coos.
Arts
The Alsea wore robes of seal skin.