Neanderthals May Have Drilled Out a Cavity 59,000 Years Ago The discovery of an ancient cave in Spain has shed new light on the resourcefulness and adaptability of our Neanderthal ancestors.
Excavations at the site have uncovered evidence that suggests these early humans may have drilled out a cavity roughly 59,000 years ago, pushing back our understanding of their capacity for complex tool use.
The Drilling Technique Used by Neanderthals The drilling technique used by Neanderthals was remarkably effective.