Physical evidence of pre-columbian oceanic contact with South America found on Easter Island: remains of American plants on Oceanian obsidian tools. https://t.co/G4ar47R3Up https://t.co/XOlxhOtdN7
Identification of breadfruit (Artocarpus altilis) and South American crops introduced during early settlement of Rapa Nui (Easter Island), as revealed through starch analysis.
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The posts highlight the groundbreaking nature of the starch analysis revealing South American crops on Easter Island, with phrases like 'evidence of ancient contact' and 'supports theories of early exchange' reflecting both curiosity and acknowledgment of the research’s importance. The tone varies from enthusiastic to analytical, emphasizing the study’s potential to reshape understanding of Polynesian and South American interactions.
Most discussions express agreement with the significance of the findings, highlighting the discovery of evidence of early contact between Polynesian settlers and South America, supporting theories of pre-Columbian interactions.
Posts demonstrate strong curiosity, with many emphasizing the interesting nature of the research and its implications for understanding island history and human migrations.
Several comments delve into methodological details and broader historical impacts, showing moderate to deep engagement with the research and its cultural significance.
Discussions suggest that the findings have noteworthy implications for historical and archaeological narratives, with some advocating for a reassessment of traditional settlement histories, thus perceiving the study as impactful.
Abstract in brief
- Analysis of starch residues on stone tools from Rapa Nui (Easter Island) dated to AD 1000-1300 reveals the earliest evidence of human settlement.
- The study identified 46 starch grains from 20 obsidian tools, highlighting the introduction of traditional crops, including previously unknown species like breadfruit and ginger.
- Notable findings also include the first record of sweet potato in the Pacific and evidence of South American cultivars being brought to the island, indicating a significant exchange of agricultural knowledge during early colonization.
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Most liked on X and BlueskyNew archaeological research examining food residues on obsidian blades from Easter Island (Rapa Nui) suggests Polynesians had regular contact with South America as far back as 1000 years ago. Multiple maritime routes into the ancient Americas! https://t.co/EG8mJM1bXM
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More archaeological support for Thor Heyerdahl's theory of South American-Polynesian contact https://t.co/6i3g1pS3Hi
Original study: P. Berenguer et al., Identification of #breadfruit (Artocarpus altilis) and South American crops introduced during early settlement of #RapaNui (#EasterIsland), as revealed through #starch analysis, @PLOSONE 19(3), 2024.
A to ciekawe, że pojawiły się dowody na kontakty mieszkańców Rapa Nui z Ameryką Południową! https://t.co/SHELEs9TQA
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Early Contact Between Easter Island and South America Evidenced by Ancient Food Remains
Analysis of starch residues from early Easter Island settlement reveals connections with South American crops and plants, indicating ancient contact and exchange across the Pacific.
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The South American foods in Easter Island paper ain't behind a paywall. Good read too. https://t.co/lXllRNHB1t
RT @jens2go: Original study: P. Berenguer et al., Identification of #breadfruit (Artocarpus altilis) and South American crops introduced d…
Original study: P. Berenguer et al., Identification of #breadfruit (Artocarpus altilis) and South American crops introduced during early settlement of #RapaNui (#EasterIsland), as revealed through #starch analysis, @PLOSONE 19(3), 2024....
Original study: P. Berenguer et al., Identification of #breadfruit (Artocarpus altilis) and South American crops introduced during early settlement of #RapaNui (#EasterIsland), as revealed through #starch analysis, @PLOSONE 19(3), 2024.
Original study: P. Berenguer et al., Identification of #breadfruit (Artocarpus altilis) and South American crops introduced during early settlement of #RapaNui ( #EasterIsland ), as revealed through #starch analysis, PLoS ONE 19(3), 2024.
#PLOSONE: Identification of breadfruit (Artocarpus altilis) and South American crops introduced during early ... https://t.co/d7y1VDvNUY
Identification of breadfruit (Artocarpus altilis) and South American crops introduced during early settlement of Rapa Nui (Easter Island), as revealed through starch analysis | PLOS ONE https://t.co/ZFs5YEW0gn
RT @wrathofgnon: Physical evidence of pre-columbian oceanic contact with South America found on Easter Island: remains of American plants o…
RT @wrathofgnon: Physical evidence of pre-columbian oceanic contact with South America found on Easter Island: remains of American plants o…
Physical evidence of pre-columbian oceanic contact with South America found on Easter Island: remains of American plants on Oceanian obsidian tools. https://t.co/G4ar47R3Up https://t.co/XOlxhOtdN7
RT @blog_supplement: More archaeological support for Thor Heyerdahl's theory of South American-Polynesian contact https://t.co/6i3g1pS3Hi
RT @blog_supplement: More archaeological support for Thor Heyerdahl's theory of South American-Polynesian contact https://t.co/6i3g1pS3Hi
RT @blog_supplement: More archaeological support for Thor Heyerdahl's theory of South American-Polynesian contact https://t.co/6i3g1pS3Hi
More archaeological support for Thor Heyerdahl's theory of South American-Polynesian contact https://t.co/6i3g1pS3Hi
RT @DrDonPate: New archaeological research examining food residues on obsidian blades from Easter Island (Rapa Nui) suggests Polynesians ha…
RT @DrDonPate: New archaeological research examining food residues on obsidian blades from Easter Island (Rapa Nui) suggests Polynesians ha…
New archaeological research examining food residues on obsidian blades from Easter Island (Rapa Nui) suggests Polynesians had regular contact with South America as far back as 1000 years ago. Multiple maritime routes into the ancient Americas! https://t.co/EG8mJM1bXM
Identification of breadfruit (Artocarpus altilis) and South American crops introduced during early settlement of Rapa Nui (Easter Island), as revealed through starch analysis - @PLOSONE https://t.co/nRIYPul4dI
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A to ciekawe, że pojawiły się dowody na kontakty mieszkańców Rapa Nui z Ameryką Południową! https://t.co/SHELEs9TQA
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RT @RapanuiPioneers: New article shows evidence of breadfruit, ginger, June plum, and several south american starchy crops in early deposit…
RT @RapanuiPioneers: New article shows evidence of breadfruit, ginger, June plum, and several south american starchy crops in early deposit…
RT @RapanuiPioneers: New article shows evidence of breadfruit, ginger, June plum, and several south american starchy crops in early deposit…
Nuevo artículo con evidencia de fruto del pan, jengibre, ciruela, y varios tubérculos americanos en depósitos tempranos de #RapaNui, c. 1000-1300 DC. Hora de considerar seriamente la reescritura del asentamiento e historia agrícola de la isla. https://t.co/6ZBz04TqKK
New article shows evidence of breadfruit, ginger, June plum, and several south american starchy crops in early deposits of #RapaNui, c. 1000-1300 AD. Time to seriously consider a rewrite of the agricultural and settlement history of the island. https://t.co/WYO9zZxxqP
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