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"Unearthing Europe's Oldest Modern-Human Remains: Insights from a 45,000-Year-Old Cave"

The discovery of 13 bone fragments in a German cave dating back 44,000 to 47,500 years ago suggests that modern humans arrived in Central Europe much earlier than previously thought, coexisting with Neanderthals for thousands of years. The findings challenge the idea of a rapid replacement of Neanderthals by modern humans and indicate that multiple waves of human groups may have colonized Europe. The research sheds light on the interactions between Homo sapiens and Neanderthals during the Middle-to-Upper Paleolithic transition and suggests that early modern humans had the technical capabilities to adapt to harsh climates.

via Livescience.com|

#archaeology #central-europe #homo-sapiens

archaeologypaleontology2 years ago•2 min saved

"Neanderthals' Hunting of Giant Elephants Uncovered in New Research"

New research published in PNAS reveals that Neanderthals actively hunted and butchered straight-tusked elephants, as evidenced by cut marks on 125,000-year-old elephant bones found in Germany. The study suggests that this hunting was a regular activity, providing insights into Neanderthal behavior and challenging previous assumptions about group size and food storage. The researchers estimate that the yield from one elephant could have fed 2,500 Neanderthals, indicating the potential for larger group sizes or advanced food preservation techniques. Further research aims to uncover more about Neanderthal hunting methods and their impact on prey animals and the environment.

via SciTechDaily|

#archaeological-research #archaeologypaleontology #elephant-hunting

anthropologyarchaeology2 years ago•3 min saved

Unearthing the Origins of Human Burial Practices

The earliest evidence of deliberate human burials dates back to the Middle Paleolithic period, around 120,000 years ago. These early burials were found in caves and involved placing the bodies in death postures, accompanied by human objects. While the origins of burial practices are not fully understood, it is believed that ancient humans sought to dispose of corpses to avoid the unpleasant process of decay and its associated risks. Burial practices varied over time and by region, with cremation burials appearing much later in human history.

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#anatomically-modern-humans #anthropologyarchaeology #burial-practices

anthropology2 years ago•5 min saved

Revealing the Truth: Prehistoric Women Were Skilled Hunters

University of Delaware anthropology professor Sarah Lacy challenges the traditional narrative that men were hunters and women were gatherers during prehistoric times. Lacy's research, published in Scientific American and American Anthropologist, found little evidence to support the idea that roles were assigned specifically to each sex. The study also examined female physiology and concluded that women were physically capable of hunting. The team highlighted the role of estrogen in conferring advantages to women in activities requiring endurance, which were essential to hunting. Lacy hopes her view that labor was divided among both sexes will become the default approach for future research.

via SciTechDaily|

#anthropology #archaeology #evolution

anthropology2 years ago•5 min saved

Unearthing the Truth: Women as Prehistoric Hunters

Research by University of Delaware anthropology professor Sarah Lacy challenges the widely accepted notion that men were hunters and women were gatherers in prehistoric times. Lacy and her colleague Cara Ocobock found little evidence to support the idea of specific gender roles during the Paleolithic era, and they argue that women were not only physically capable of hunting but also likely participated in hunting activities. The researchers highlight examples of equality in ancient tools, diet, art, burials, and anatomy, and they emphasize the role of estrogen in conferring advantages to women in activities requiring endurance. The study aims to shift the default approach in research to acknowledge the division of labor among both sexes in prehistoric societies.

via Phys.org|

#anthropology #division-of-labor #equality