In
2010, a team of scientists announced the discovery of a new species of human called Denisovans. Extracting
DNA from 40,
000 year old Denisovan bone, the team made discoveries about modern humans that will amaze you.
Hint: You're part caveman
...
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The Other Neanderthal -
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Assorted drawings - http://www.britannica.com/
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