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Coastal Migration Theory

The Coastal Migration Theory posits that the first humans to arrive in the Americas did so by traveling along the coastlines, utilizing marine resources and following a maritime route rather than through interior land bridges.

intermediate
3 hours
Anthropology
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The Coastal Migration Theory provides a compelling explanation for how early humans spread across the globe, particularly along coastlines. By utilizing marine resources and adapting to coastal environments, these early populations were able to thrive and establish communities. Archaeological eviden...

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Key Terms

Migration
The movement of people from one place to another.

Example: The migration of early humans to new territories.

Coastal Environment
Areas where land meets the ocean, rich in resources.

Example: Beaches, estuaries, and mangroves.

Archaeology
The study of human history through excavation and analysis of artifacts.

Example: Archaeologists found tools in coastal sites.

Artifacts
Objects made or used by humans, often found in archaeological sites.

Example: Stone tools and pottery.

Bering Land Bridge
A land connection between Asia and North America that existed during the Ice Age.

Example: Some theories suggest humans migrated via the Bering Land Bridge.

Ecosystem
A community of living organisms and their environment.

Example: Coastal ecosystems support diverse marine life.

Related Topics

Bering Land Bridge Theory
Explores the migration of humans from Asia to North America via a land bridge during the Ice Age.
intermediate
Paleoanthropology
The study of ancient humans and their relatives through fossil evidence.
advanced
Marine Archaeology
The study of human interaction with the sea through underwater archaeological sites.
intermediate

Key Concepts

Migration PatternsCoastal ResourcesEarly Human AdaptationArchaeological Evidence