Did Neanderthals eat maggot-infested stored meat based on isotopic signals?

Neanderthal Diet1 min readUpdated June 6, 2026

What the Evidence Shows

We analyzed one assertion about Neanderthal diet and isotopic signals, and it suggests their nitrogen isotope patterns might reflect consumption of maggot-infested stored meat. The idea is that maggots, as protein- and fat-rich organisms, could have helped Neanderthals avoid the risks of eating too...

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June 6, 2026·Last updated June 6, 2026
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