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Arnhem Land rock art raises questions about mainland Tasmanian tigers

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Researchers in Arnhem Land discovered 14 undocumented paintings of the Tasmanian tiger, challenging existing extinction timelines. The paintings, featuring white pipe clay, suggest they may be less than 1,000 years old, contrary to previous estimates of 3,000 years. The findings highlight the ongoing cultural significance of the thylacine among local traditional owners.

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