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The research aims to explore the evidence of ancient Maya settlement persistence during the Postclassic period within wetland environments.

Maya Postclassic persistence in the Birds of Paradise Wetland Fields, Belize

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Uncovers architectural evidence of Maya persistence in wetlands, indicating resilience during climate changes.

The research aims to explore the evidence of ancient Maya settlement persistence during the Postclassic period within wetland environments.
Excavation of architecture and artifact assemblages at Birds of Paradise fields
Analysis of organic artifacts preserved in tropical wetlands
Application of a new Bayesian chronological model
Radiocarbon dating of wood and charcoal from the settlement
Identification of significant Maya architectural features from CE 800 to 1500
Findings suggest continuous human activity despite societal changes
New radiocarbon dates help refine the occupation history of the wetlands

Sánchez-Morales et al. (2026) studied this question.

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