A finding at an archeological site of a villa near Chichester, has suggested that the Romans, rather than the Normans, introduced the rabbit to the UK (https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2019/apr/18/ben-fur-romans-brought-rabbits-to-britain-experts-discover). The leg bone is of the right carbon date, shows no sign of knife marks and appears to be that of a high status pet (possibly kept in a cage).
This blog may help people explore some of the 'hidden' issues involved in certain media treatments of environmental and scientific issues. Using personal digital images, it's also intended to emphasise seasonal (and other) changes in natural history of the Swansea (South Wales) area. The material should help participants in field-based modules and people generally interested in the natural world. The views are wholly those of the author.
Thursday, 18 April 2019
Rabbit!
A finding at an archeological site of a villa near Chichester, has suggested that the Romans, rather than the Normans, introduced the rabbit to the UK (https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2019/apr/18/ben-fur-romans-brought-rabbits-to-britain-experts-discover). The leg bone is of the right carbon date, shows no sign of knife marks and appears to be that of a high status pet (possibly kept in a cage).
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