Evidence of cannibalism in Devetashka Cave, Poland (≈18 000 years ago). 68 % of human bones show cut marks, fractures and evidence of brain and marrow extraction Marks indicate violent processing rather than ritual burial Suggests survival‑driven or aggressive cannibalism during the Magdalenian period

In Maszycka Cave, Poland, 68% of human bones show cut marks, fractures and evidence of brain and marrow extraction, indicating violent processing rather than ritual burial. Researchers suggest this represents survival-driven or aggressive cannibalism during the Magdalenian period. 🦴

Key Facts

  • 68 % of human bones show cut marks, fractures and evidence of brain and marrow extraction
  • Marks indicate violent processing rather than ritual burial
  • Suggests survival‑driven or aggressive cannibalism during the Magdalenian period

Related site: Devetashka Cave — view location, images, and history on the Ancient Nerds map.

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