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Homo neanderthalensis hunting in Swanscombe
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Homo neanderthalensis hunting in Swanscombe
A Homo neanderthalensis group hunting fallow deer on the banks of the river Thames at modern day Swanscombe, Kent 400, 000 years ago. Illustration by Angus McBride
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In this illustration by Angus McBride, we are transported back in time to the banks of the River Thames at Swanscombe, Kent, some 400,000 years ago. The scene depicts a group of Homo neanderthalensis, our closest extinct human relatives, engaged in a coordinated hunt. With the sun setting over the landscape, these early Europeans have targeted a herd of fallow deer, a common mammal in the region belonging to the Artiodactyla family, which includes even-toed ungulates. The Neanderthals, members of the Hominini tribe and part of the larger primate order Primates, are shown using a combination of tactics to take down their prey. Some are using spears or other sharpened tools to bring down the deer, while others are employing the element of surprise to separate the young from the herd. The deer, members of the Cervidae family, are agile and quick, making this a challenging hunt for the Neanderthals. This scene provides a fascinating glimpse into the behavior of our ancient ancestors and the complex hunting strategies they employed to survive. Anthropologists and researchers continue to study the remains of Neanderthal sites like Swanscombe to learn more about their social structures, tool-making abilities, and hunting techniques. This illustration serves as a testament to the rich history of human evolution and our connection to the natural world. The Neanderthals, with their robust build and distinctive features, were well-adapted to the European climate and environment. They were part of the larger order of Placental Mammals, which includes a vast array of modern-day mammals, and were classified within the Epitheria subclass. This illustration offers a unique perspective on the lives of these fascinating creatures and the world they inhabited.
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