What Evidence Suggests Humans Lived in the Arctic 30,000 Years Ago?

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Russian archaeologists have discovered evidence that humans occupied the Arctic regions during the last Ice Age, challenging previous assumptions about human habitation in extreme cold environments. While this finding is significant, it is not unprecedented, as there have been earlier discoveries from the Pliocene era that have since lost their prominence. Several archaeological sites in Siberia, particularly along the Arctic Ocean, suggest that human life existed in these harsh conditions, although such claims often face skepticism due to the extreme climate of the period. The discussion highlights the need for further research and exploration of these sites to better understand human adaptation to severe environments.
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Hmm. Very interesting. Thanks.
 
As somebody said on another site, let's wait and see how this plays out. There have been wonderful discoveries from the Pliocene before, and they aren't still thought of as wonderful.
 
Great discovery, but not the first one. There are several more sites in Siberia in the coastall areas around the Artic ocean. But useally they don't get the attention because it is highly impossible that there were normal living conditions far in the artic during the coldest stage of the last ice age.

But it is true.

I know why.
 
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