Micoquian

The Micoquian is a Middle Paleolithic industry characterized by distinctive stone tools associated with Neanderthals in Europe around 60,000 to 30,000 years ago. It features advanced, bifacially worked tools such as bifaces and cleavers, designed for cutting and processing tasks. The Micoquian reflects adaptations to diverse environments and suggests evolving cultural behaviors among Neanderthals, emphasizing versatility and craftsmanship. Its presence indicates complex hunting and tool-making strategies, highlighting the technological sophistication of Neanderthal populations during this period.