Feature Article in African Birdlife May/June 2026
Have you ever pulled a succulent,
golden roast chicken from the
oven, wiped the condensation
off your spectacles and wondered,
when did this start? Who first
looked at these flying micro-dinosaurs
and thought, that looks like dinner?
Announcing a new article published in Birdlife that investigates avian fossils from the famous Sibhudu Rock Shelter, KZN.
The bird fossils at this site show clear evidence that Stone Age people were hunting birds from 100 000 years ago. With one of the most remarkable features being a distinct preference for a certain species.
The article investigates how archaeologists identified human activity, potential uses of birds (including modern experiments to butcher, cook and eat pigeons), and the relative importance of birds in those ancient communities.
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