1,000-year-old dingo bones show that it was injured, cared for, and ritually buried
The discovery of a 1,000-year-old dingo skeleton has revealed significant insights into the relationship between Australia's First Nations and dingoes. The Barkindji people cared for and ritually buried the dingo, indicating a deep cultural connection. This finding highlights the importance of these animals in the lives of the Barkindji community and their ongoing traditions.
- ▪The dingo was buried about 800 miles west of Sydney along the Baaka River.
- ▪Archaeologists believe this is the first scientifically documented post-death feeding ritual for a dingo.
- ▪The burial site was identified in 2020 by Barkindji Elder Uncle Badger Bates and NPWS archaeologist Dan Witter.
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The skeleton of the dingo (garli) in the soil. Dr. Amy Way, Australian Museum Get the Popular Science daily newsletter💡 Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Email address Sign up Thank you! Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The remains of an ancient dingo is shining new light on deep relationships between Australia’s First Nations and the wild dogs. Barkindji ancestors deliberately cared for and buried the dingo along the Baaka (Darling River) about 800 miles west of Sydney. The dingo is known as garli in Barkindji language and they lived alongside the Barkindji as part of the community. While burying the dog, the Barkindji took great care in building a midden, or a spot to place organic material.
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