Scientists discover the oldest wooden tools ever used by humans
Scientists have discovered the oldest known wooden tools used by humans, dating back 430,000 years. These artifacts were found at the Marathousa 1 archaeological site in Greece and indicate advanced skills in woodworking among early humans. The findings suggest that the use of wooden tools occurred much earlier than previously thought.
- ▪The wooden tools were uncovered at an ancient lakeside site in Greece.
- ▪One tool was made from alder wood, while the other was from willow or poplar.
- ▪This discovery pushes back the timeline for wooden tool use by at least 40,000 years.
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Science News from research organizations Scientists discover the oldest wooden tools ever used by humans Date: May 24, 2026 Source: University of Reading Summary: Scientists have uncovered the oldest known hand-held wooden tools ever used by humans — and they’re an astonishing 430,000 years old. Buried for hundreds of thousands of years at an ancient lakeside site in Greece, the carefully carved wooden objects reveal that early humans were far more skilled and resourceful than once believed. Share: Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIN Email FULL STORY An artist’s reconstruction of a Marathousa 1 paleolithic woman producing a digging stick from a small alder tree trunk with a small stone tool. This kind of wood was used for the Marathousa 1 digging stick.
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