New Findings from Bukhtarma Cave in Kazakhstan
Author Information
Author(s): Iovita Radu, Rendu William, Lindauer Susanne, Taimagambetov Zhaken, Kushch Galina A., Baryshnikov Gennady F.
Primary Institution: Department of Geosciences, University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
Hypothesis
What can the archaeological assemblage from Bukhtarma Cave tell us about human occupation during the Late Pleistocene and Holocene?
Conclusion
The study reconstructs multiple archaeological horizons at Bukhtarma Cave, indicating human occupation from the Middle Paleolithic to the Bronze Age.
Supporting Evidence
- The cave contained evidence of human and carnivore interactions over multiple periods.
- Radiocarbon dating indicates human occupation as early as 47,000 years ago.
- The faunal assemblage includes remains from various environments and time periods.
Takeaway
Scientists found old tools and animal bones in a cave in Kazakhstan, showing that people lived there a long time ago.
Methodology
The study involved reanalyzing zooarchaeological collections and obtaining radiocarbon dates from bone remains.
Limitations
The lack of precise coordinates for the artifacts limits the reconstruction of human behavior.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.04942
Statistical Significance
p=0.04942
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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