Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
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Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
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Koobi Fora, located on the eastern shore of Lake Turkana in Kenya, is an archaeologically significant site known for its rich deposits of early hominin fossils and stone tools. The region, which is now part of Sibiloi National Park, contains sedimentary layers from the Pliocene to Pleistocene epochs, providing a detailed record of early human evolution and environmental changes. Notably, Koobi Fora has yielded specimens of Australopithecus and Homo, highlighting their coexistence and evolutionary transitions over millions of years. Stone tools from the Olduwan and Acheulean industries have been discovered, indicating early technological advancements. The site's stratigraphy, marked by volcanic tuffs, offers precise dating for these finds, making Koobi Fora a cornerstone for understanding human prehistory in Africa.
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