Allia Bay, Paleontological site at Lake Turkana, Kenya
The excavation area at Allia Bay contains fossilized remains of early hominid species, including dental and cranial specimens from Australopithecus anamensis.
Scientists discovered the first hominid fossils at Allia Bay in 1982, establishing it as a fundamental location for research on human evolution.
The research findings from Allia Bay substantially influence modern understanding of human origins and early hominid development in East Africa.
Researchers access the site through established routes along Lake Turkana's eastern shore, where specialized equipment allows for careful excavation of fossils.
The ancient bone bed at Allia Bay dates back 4.2 million years, representing what scientists identify as a former channel of the ancestral Omo River.
GPS coordinates: 3.75269,36.26951
Latest update: March 6, 2025 02:08
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