New study challenges a site that's key to how humans got to the Americas

Associated Press

Published: March 19, 2026 at 1:04 PM

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This 2023 image provided by Todd Surovell shows the Monte Verde archaeological site and Chinchihuapi Creek in Chile. (Todd Surovell via AP)

This 2023 image provided by Todd Surovell shows an overhead view of the Monte Verde archaeological site in Chile. (Todd Surovell via AP)

This 2023 image provided by Todd Surovell shows the Monte Verde archaeological site and Chinchihuapi Creek in Chile. (Todd Surovell via AP)