Ancient bones from smaller Maya communities reveal heavy reliance on maize and local subsistence patterns

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Historians and archaeologists know that maize was a central food source and cultural symbol across the ancient Maya world, but much of what is known has come from studies focused on large Maya cities and elite burials.

Historians and archaeologists know that maize was a central food source and cultural symbol across the ancient Maya world, but much of what is known has come from studies focused on large Maya cities and elite burials. This story matters for Science & Discovery readers tracking student. Reported by phys.org. Read the full original at the source link below.

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