North–south Holocene seasonal contrast on the Italian peninsula: Clarification of the latitudinal transition zone based on the multi-proxy study of Lago Grande di Monticchio

Key Points

• This research aims to clarify the seasonal climatic differences between northern and southern Italy during the Holocene epoch.
• Conducted a multi-proxy analysis of sediment samples from Lago Grande di Monticchio.
• Examined climatic indicators such as pollen, isotopes, and sedimentary characteristics.
• Focused on identifying latitudinal transitions in seasonal contrasts.
• Identified significant seasonal contrasts between the northern and southern Italian regions.
• Clarified the latitudinal transition zone's characteristics based on proxy data.
• Found evidence of varying climatic influences affecting the Italian peninsula during the Holocene.