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The earliest Acheulean from Konso-Gardula.

B Asfaw1, Y Beyene, G Suwa

  • 1Palaeoanthropology Laboratory, Ministry of Culture, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

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|December 24, 1992
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The Konso-Gardula site in Ethiopia reveals early human (Homo) fossils and Acheulean tools, dating back 1.3-1.9 million years. This discovery offers insights into early hominin behavior and technological advancements.

Area of Science:

  • Palaeoanthropology
  • Archaeology
  • Geology

Background:

  • The Konso-Gardula region in southern Ethiopia is a significant palaeoanthropological site.
  • The area was identified by the 1991 Palaeoanthropological Inventory of Ethiopia.

Observation:

  • Sedimentary layers at Konso-Gardula date from approximately 1.3 to 1.9 million years ago.
  • The site exhibits abundant archaeological evidence of Acheulean tool industries.
  • Fossilized remains of vertebrates, including early Homo species, have been recovered.

Findings:

  • The Konso-Gardula sediments provide a rich chronological record spanning 1.3-1.9 million years.
  • The presence of early Homo fossils alongside Acheulean artifacts indicates hominin presence and activity during this period.

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  • The site offers a valuable window into the behaviour and environment of early humans.

    • Implications:

    • Konso-Gardula contributes crucial data to understanding early human evolution and migration patterns in Africa.
    • The findings enhance our knowledge of Acheulean technology and its association with early Homo populations.
    • This palaeoanthropological area serves as a key reference for the Plio-Pleistocene transition in the Main Ethiopian Rift.