1. located on the southern coast of France • shallow dwellings ranging from 26-50 ft. long and 13-20 ft. wide can be found at different levels • dating as far back as 380,000 years ago • A Homo erectus site! • About 10,000 artifacts were found Terra Amata

2. Consisted of small poles supported by rocks for walls and larger poles in the center to support the roof • Some contained hearths and what is believed to be some of the earliest controlled use of fire • Included a work area for making tools What were the huts made of?

3. Coprolites were analyzed to determine diet • Seeds were found in many samples • Led scientists to believe this was a seasonal camp • Many bones were found on the site • Small and large animals, including the ancient elephant, the meadow rhinoceros, deer, rabbit, and wild boar • Scientists believe the inhabitants had some form of communication Interesting information…

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