Ancient Tasmanians Used Fire to Sculpt Their Environment 41,000 Years Ago
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Phys.org
Researchers have discovered that early humans in Tasmania used fire to manage and shape the landscape over 41,000 years ago, which is 2,000 years earlier than previously thought. This finding, based on charcoal and pollen analysis from ancient mud, highlights the long-standing relationship between Aboriginal communities and their environment. The study, published in Science Advances, underscores the importance of understanding ancient land management practices for contemporary landscape management in Australia.