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Neanderthals Consumed a lot of Crabs 90,000 Years Ago

According to a recent study, Neanderthals regularly captured crabs, roasted them over fire, and consumed the cooked flesh 90,000 years ago in a seaside cave in what is now Portugal.

Feb 10, 2023
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Remains of consumed shellfish were discovered by archaeologists excavating the Gruta da Figueira Brava dig site, which is around 20 miles (32 kilometers) south of Lisbon. Amongst the midden were limpets, mussels, and clams, but also remains of brown crab, which is still frequently consumed in Portugal, Spain, Italy, and France. In fact, the site was mos…

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