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November 19, 2025Journal of Archaeological Method and TheoryOpen Access

Sinkhole Microcosms: Understanding Persistence of Place Through Variable Cultivation Strategies in Northeastern Yucatán, Mexico

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MDMaia DedrickPMPatricia A. McAnanyABAdolfo Iván Batún-Alpuche

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Overview

Analysis reveals significant biodiversity and soil erosion linked to agricultural practices in Yucatán, suggesting impacts from historical colonialism.

Key Points

  • Increased biodiversity was identified through the examination of various sinkhole features, indicating their ecological importance.
  • Radiocarbon dating provided critical temporal context for agricultural practices over the past 500 years in Northeastern Yucatán.
  • This assessment utilized geomorphic features including cenotes and dry sinkholes, highlighting their roles in local ecosystems and cultures.
  • The findings call for renewed understanding of sinkholes in relation to environmental change, particularly in light of colonial influences.

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Dedrick et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6924fed8c0ce034ddc351096https://doi.org/10.1007/s10816-025-09746-0
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