12,000-year-old Camel engravings found in Arabian desert
Ancient camel engravings suggest the Arabian desert was once green and inhabited by humans.
Why it matters
- Provides evidence of early human presence in the Arabian desert.
- Indicates a significant climate change in the region over thousands of years.
By the numbers
- The engravings are 12,000 years old.
The big picture
- The Nefud desert was once a green landscape capable of supporting human and animal life.
- This finding contributes to our understanding of early human migration and adaptation.
What they're saying
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Caveats
- Exact number of engravings not specified.
- Method of dating not detailed in the abstract.
What’s next
- Further research could provide more details about the people who created these engravings and their way of life.