Common
Anzick-1
Paleo-Indian male infant remains found in Montana, US
Anzick-1
Anzick-1 was a young (1–2 years old) Paleoindian child whose remains were found in south central Montana, United States, in 1968. He has been dated to 12,990–12,840 years BP. The child was found with more than 115 tools made of stone and antlers and dusted with red ochre, suggesting a deliberate burial. Anzick-1 is the only human whose remains are associated with the Clovis culture, and his is the first ancient Native American genome to be fully sequenced. Paleogenomic analysis of the remains revealed Siberian ancestry and a closer genetic relationship to modern Amerindians of Central and South America than to those of Northern America. Anzick-1's discovery and subsequent analysis has been controversial. The remains were found on private land, so compliance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act was not required in their study. However, some Native American tribal members in Montana felt they should have been consulted before researchers undertook analysis of the...
Open boosters, collect cards and trade them. Free to play.
Play for free