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Ancient Neanderthal Glue Factory Unearthed in Gibraltar

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Ancient Origins

A 65,000-year-old Neanderthal tar distillation oven has been discovered in Gibraltar's Vanguard Cave, showcasing advanced manufacturing techniques. This find, led by the University of Murcia, reveals that Neanderthals used a specialized hearth to produce tar from resin-rich plants, predating similar human techniques by over 100,000 years. The study highlights Neanderthals' cognitive complexity and technological prowess, challenging outdated stereotypes of them as primitive. Experimental archaeology confirmed the hearth's purpose by successfully replicating tar production using ancient methods.

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Ancient Gibraltar Cave Reveals Neanderthal Glue-Making Mastery

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Phys.org

Researchers have discovered a Neanderthal tar distillation site in Vanguard Cave, Gibraltar, dating back 65,000 years. The site features a complex hearth structure used to produce tar from rockrose plants, demonstrating advanced fire management and technological skills. This discovery provides direct evidence of Neanderthals' ability to create adhesive tar for hafting stone tools, showcasing their cognitive complexity and cultural development.

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