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Not knowing who these "Australasian" peoples are makes this very confusing.

• tempforanthro 6y ago
  In this case it really is just a genetic grouping. Refers to the understood native population of, roughly, Australia--there is some overlap nearby. The subject of human migration as revealed by genetics is super interesting: really puts into perspective how small we are, story wise, and to my mind, lends a sense of gratitude to the almost unimaginable hardships and victories that got us to where we are now, typing words into this temporary format.
  • stevelawrence 6y ago
    > Refers to the understood native population of, roughly, Australia Does this mean aboriginal Australians, Papuan type people? I had not realized that they had also reached South America. I am fascinated by that population set as it seems to have a deep culture of exploration "walkabout", "dreamtime" concepts. It is a shame so little is known about their adventures and history.
    • fit2rule 6y ago
      There is ongoing research into whether there was contact between the builders of Gabarnmung and Gobekli Tepe - you should check in on that, if you're interested. It could radically rewrite what we think we know about human history in the region ..