A new study suggests that the adaptability historically attributed only to Homo sapiens may also apply to earlier human relatives like Homo erectus, challenging long-held beliefs.
Julio Mercader, an archaeologist, asserts that this finding shifts the narrative on adaptability, showing that Homo erectus thrived in extreme environments long before Homo sapiens emerged.
The research indicates that while humans have been viewed as uniquely adaptable, evidence now suggests that our ancestors also successfully navigated harsh conditions, expanding our understanding of human evolution.
Fossils from Engaji Nanyor in Tanzania were crucial to this study, as they provided insights into how these ancient hominins lived in environments previously deemed inhospitable.
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