Study reveals 8 million years of 'Green Arabia'

A new study reveals the modern arid desert between Africa and Saudi Arabia was once regularly lush and green with rivers and lakes over a period of 8 million years, allowing for the occupation and movements of both animals and hominins. The study "Recurrent humid phases in Arabia over the past 8 million years" has been published in Nature.

Apr 9, 2025 - 18:11
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A new study reveals the modern arid desert between Africa and Saudi Arabia was once regularly lush and green with rivers and lakes over a period of 8 million years, allowing for the occupation and movements of both animals and hominins. The study "Recurrent humid phases in Arabia over the past 8 million years" has been published in Nature.