A new study has shown that African elephants use certain plants and minerals not only as food, but also to maintain their health. This information is important for species conservation and for planning their habitats.
Artifacts from Oregon caves, including the oldest known sample of stitched elk hide, reveal how people 12,000 years ago adapted to the harsh climate of the Ice Age. These discoveries demonstrate the development of sewing techniques and clothing production that were essential for survival during periods of significant cooling.
A new study of caves in northeastern Arabia has uncovered traces of ancient humans and animals, helping to reconstruct the region's ecosystems over the past 100,000 years.
In caves in northern Saudi Arabia, uniquely well-preserved cheetah mummies have been discovered, allowing scientists to learn more about their extinct populations and the history of the region. Genetic analysis revealed that thousands of years ago, various subspecies of these predators lived here.