Solving the puzzle of neanderthal occupations: a reassessment of temporal indicators of occupation duration
Journal: Archaeological and Anthropological Sciences
Year: 2025

Abstract The identification of the duration of Neanderthal occupations is a tricky topic by the palimpsest nature of archaeological assemblages. This study explores the challenges associated with distinguishing between long and short-term occupations, using qualitative and quantitative data from relevant archaeological sites in the Late Middle Palaeolithic in Spain and south-eastern France. We highlight the proposed occupation models and their specific characteristics, considering the heterogene