To make the reconstruction, two CT scans of the skull were taken, allowing the scientists to create a 3D-printed plastic replica.
The Hå Gamle Prestegard museum in southern Norway houses a reconstruction of the body of a teenager who lived 8,300 years ago during the Mesolithic period. This is reported by Live Science.
It is known that the remains of a teenager, named Vistegutten, which in Norwegian means “the boy from Vista” archaeologists found in a cave of the middle stone age in Randaberg on the west coast of Norway.
Researchers discovered that the 15-year-old boy had an unusual skull with a condition known as scaphocephaly, which means his skull grew too early, causing his head to grow backwards instead. that on the side.
Scientists also noted that his height was 1.25 meters, which is considered a small growth even for the Mesolithic. At the same time, despite his features, the boy’s lips indicate that he is healthy and nutritious.
In addition, archaeologists found many animal remains in the search area, indicating an adequate food supply. Kitchen waste, bone ornaments and fishing tools were also found there, indicating that ancient people lived and worked there.
Oscar Nilsson
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