In a large down on waste in Tulln an der Donau in Lower Austria, archaeologists complete skeleton unearthed a camel . The discovery dates back to the Austro-Turkish War (late seventeenth century.). Excavations were carried out before the construction of the shopping center.
discovered a large part of the medieval and early modern city. A complex of buildings identified by the said historical sources Auf der Rossmuhle tavern in the vicinity of a large market square. Large animal skeleton found associated with this parcel basement. Initially it was thought that a large horse or a cow, but later Galik Alfred said with certainty that a camel.
Dated from Roman times camel bones were found in Europe, but a complete skeleton in central Europe should be considered as unique.
Although most of the material from the bottom of the garbage not yet been fully analyzed, metal findings have allowed your period, which could come skeleton. Coin ( Rechenpfennig ) with the image of King Louis XIV were minted between 1643 and 1715., And lead a bottle of teriaki of Vienna Pharmacy at the Golden Crown ( Apotheke zur Goldenen Krone ) is derived from circa 1628/1665 year.
The characteristics of slender male skeleton indicate that he was not a beast of burden, but a valuable specimen to ride. Anatomical and morphometric analysis suggested that it was a hybrid. This was confirmed by the study of ancient DNA (called. Ancient DNA , none), which showed that the mother was a dromedary, and his father baktrianem.
This crossing was not at that time unusual. Hybrids are easier to deal with, otherwise they are stronger and bigger than their parents. They are particularly suitable for military service – emphasizes Galik.
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