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Homo neanderthalensis and Homo heildebergensis
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Homo neanderthalensis and Homo heildebergensis
Left: Cranium of Neanderthal man discovered at Forbes quarry Gibraltar in 1848. Right: Cranium of Broken Hill, or Rhodesian man (H. heidelbergensis) discovered at Broken Hill, Zambia in 1921. (Composite image)
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In this composite image, the craniums of two of our ancient hominin ancestors, Homo heidelbergensis and Homo neanderthalensis, take center stage against a black background. On the left, the well-preserved cranium of Neanderthal man, discovered at Forbes Quarry in Gibraltar in 1848, showcases the distinctive features of this extinct hominin species. The broad, prominent brow ridge, large nose, and prominent cheekbones are all characteristic of Neanderthals, who inhabited Europe and Asia from approximately 400,000 to 40,000 years ago. On the right, the cranium of Broken Hill, or Rhodesian man, discovered at Broken Hill in Zambia in 1921, represents Homo heidelbergensis. This species is considered the common ancestor of both Neanderthals and modern humans. Rhodesian man's cranium displays a more rounded skull shape and a less pronounced brow ridge than Neanderthal man, reflecting the evolutionary transition between our ancestors and Homo sapiens. The study of these ancient skulls provides valuable insights into the anatomy and evolutionary history of our hominin ancestors. By comparing their features, researchers can piece together the story of human evolution and better understand our shared ancestry with these fascinating early humans. This image serves as a testament to the rich treasures of our past and the ongoing quest for knowledge in the fields of anthropology and anatomy.
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