Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

Panich52

(5,829 posts)
Tue Jun 9, 2015, 05:27 PM Jun 2015

What rabbits can tell us about Neanderthal extinction

What rabbits can tell us about Neanderthal extinction

http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/sciencedaily/strange_science/~3/idC_E6gVzU0/150608102648.htm?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email

When thinking about the extinction of Neanderthals some 30,000 years ago, rabbits may not be the first thing that spring to mind. But the way rabbits were hunted and eaten by Neanderthals and modern humans -- or not, as the case may be -- may offer vital clues as to why one species died out while the other flourished.

Latest Discussions»Culture Forums»Science»What rabbits can tell us ...