Scientists find ancient animal rock carvings

NEW YORK (AP) — Researchers have discovered life-size rock carvings of camels, gazelles and other animals in the Saudi Arabian desert.

The carvings date back to around 12,000 years ago and many are over 6 feet tall. Scientists say they were created using a wedgeshaped rock to create sharp lines.

Several were etched on narrow ledges so the artists couldn’t even step back to survey the final product a…