Late Quaternary cave excavation and specimen recovery (Cricetidae)

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Description

Systematic excavation of limestone cave deposits containing mammalian fossils spanning the late Quaternary. Involves stratigraphic excavation in controlled levels with radiocarbon dating for chronological control.

Typical Equipment

• excavation tools
• AMS radiocarbon dating facility

Output Measurements

• fossil specimens
• radiocarbon ages
• stratigraphic context

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