: High concentrations of quartz-bound Si in Auel sediments reveal the intensification of eolian (wind-blown) dust during colder stadial periods, marking the transition from stable, forested land to exposed, wind-swept tundras. Megafauna and Human Coexistence
In scientific and paleoclimatic research, the "AUEL - Frozen Forests" typically refers to the (a volcanic crater lake) located in the Eifel region of Germany. This site has become a cornerstone of the ELSA-Project (Eifel Laminated Sediment Archive) , providing a high-resolution window into the climatic and ecological history of Central Europe over the last 60,000 years. The Auel Archive: A Paleoclimatic Deep-Dive AUEL - Frozen Forests
: Large mammals (megafauna) actually reached higher numbers during colder stadial climates, likely because the shift from dense forest to open steppe provided more grazing material. : High concentrations of quartz-bound Si in Auel
The Auel sediment cores are vital for reconstructing "frozen" or glacial-era landscapes. Unlike many other sites, the Auel maar contains laminated (layered) sediments that acted as a natural trap, preserving pollen, spores, and chemical proxies of the surrounding environment. The Auel Archive: A Paleoclimatic Deep-Dive : Large