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Fossilised tooth, Gran Dolina

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Fossilised tooth, Gran Dolina

Fossilised tooth, Gran Dolina. This human tooth, dating back approximately 800, 000 years, was found along with other fossils in level TD6 at the Gran Dolina site between 1994 and 1995. In total, 80 human fossils belonging to a least six individuals, ranging from the young to the old, were recovered. This find led to the naming of a new human species, Homo antecessor. Gran Dolina is one of several archaeological sites in Sierra de Atapuerca, Spain, that have been studied on and off over the past century, leading to a massive advancement in the understanding of human evolution. In 2000, Sierra de Atapuerca was made a world heritage site by UNESCO

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This print showcases a fossilized tooth, discovered at the Gran Dolina site in Sierra de Atapuerca, Spain. Dating back approximately 800,000 years, this remarkable human tooth was unearthed alongside numerous other fossils during excavations conducted between 1994 and 1995. The excavation yielded an astonishing collection of 80 human fossils belonging to at least six individuals spanning various age groups. The groundbreaking discovery made at Gran Dolina led to the identification of a new human species known as Homo antecessor. This finding has significantly contributed to our understanding of human evolution and has propelled the field of paleoanthropology forward. Sierra de Atapuerca holds immense archaeological significance and is recognized as a world heritage site by UNESCO since 2000. Over the past century, several archaeological sites within this region have been meticulously studied, providing invaluable evidence for evolutionary biology and anthropology. This single fossilized tooth serves as a tangible link to our ancient ancestors and offers profound insights into humanity's origins. Its preservation is testament to the meticulous work carried out by scientists in unearthing these extraordinary remains. Displayed here with permission from Science Photo Library, this print not only captures the uniqueness of this fossil but also symbolizes humanity's continuous quest for knowledge about our own past.

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