Asia’s Ice Age secrets of thorny bamboo revealed by a 37,000-year-old fossil found in Manipur
A 37,000-year-old fossilized bamboo stem, unearthed in Manipur, reveals early thorn evolution as a defense mechanism against Ice Age herbivores. This discovery highlights northeast India's role as a vital biodiversity refuge during climatic shifts. The exceptionally preserved specimen offers crucial insights into ancient bamboo survival strategies and the region's ecological resilience.
A 37,000-year-old fossilized bamboo stem, unearthed in Manipur, reveals early thorn evolution as a defense mechanism against Ice Age herbivores. This discovery highlights northeast India's role as a vital biodiversity refuge during climatic shifts. The exceptionally preserved specimen offers crucial insights into ancient bamboo survival strategies and the region's ecological resilience.
