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This sticky substance could be a rare example of Neanderthal medicine

New Atlas: Technology-Innovation-Outdoor News [Unofficial] June 1, 2026
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Neanderthals used tar extracted from birch tree bark as a glue to haft their tools, according to previous research. It now appears this dark, sticky substance may have had multiple applications.

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Category: Archaeology, Science

Tags: Neanderthal, Traditional medicine, Materials

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