Summary:
- Researchers have discovered the first known skull of the Denisovan human cousin, a mysterious ancient human species. This skull fragment provides important new insights into the physical features and evolution of the Denisovans.
- The Denisovan skull fragment was found in a cave in Siberia and dates back around 50,000 years. It reveals that Denisovans had a large, broad skull shape that was distinct from both modern humans and Neanderthals.
- This discovery helps fill in gaps in our understanding of human evolution and the diversity of ancient human species that lived alongside our ancestors. It also suggests the Denisovans may have been adapted to colder climates in Asia.