Scientists found Homo erectus 200,000 years earlier than expected
Researchers in South Africa have discovered fossils of early human species that date back 2 million years, including a fragment of an adult Homo erectus skull. This discovery suggests that Homo erectus appeared in southern Africa about 200,000 years earlier than previously believed. The findings also indicate that another early human species, Paranthropus robustus, was evolving stronger jaws and larger teeth.
Why it's good news: It sheds new light on the history of human evolution and provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of our ancient ancestors.
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