Ancient Mystery Unearthed: 500,000-Year-Old Hammer Made from Elephant Bone Challenges Europe’s Prehistoric History

Ancient Mystery Unearthed: 500,000-Year-Old Hammer Made from Elephant Bone Challenges Europe's Prehistoric History

“Our ancient ancestors were sophisticated in their use of tools,” said Silvia Bello, a Merit Researcher at the Natural History Museum and a co-author of the elephant bone study. “Collecting and shaping an elephant bone fragment and then using it on multiple occasions to shape and sharpen stone tools shows an advanced level of complex thinking and abstract thought. They were resourceful gatherers of available materials, and savvy about how best to use them.”


After reading about the 500,000-year-old elephant bone tool found in England, discover the stories of some of the most incredible prehistoric animals to ever walk the Earth, from the “terror croc” to the saber-toothed tiger. Then, learn about the elephant bird, the extinct 1,700-pound creature that was the largest bird to ever live.

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