Neanderthals in Prehistoric Germany Hunted Pond Turtles, Likely Turning Their Shells Into Convenient Tools
Although turtles weren’t Neanderthals’ number one option for a hearty meal, their shells may have come in handy as the perfect containers and ladles. Neanderthals hunted all kinds of animals across ancient Europe, filling their bellies with meat from mammals, birds, and reptiles. Their prey included the European pond turtle, but this species wasn’t necessarily…
