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Neanderthals' Genetic Diversity Decline Revealed by Fossil Study

3/23/2025

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Neanderthals faced a dramatic decline in genetic diversity about 110,000 years ago, according to recent research. By examining fossil samples, scientists discovered that classic Neanderthals exhibited reduced variation in their inner ear structures. These insights deepen our comprehension of Neanderthal evolution and their unique biological journey.

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Neanderthals faced a dramatic decline in genetic diversity about 110,000 years ago, according to recent research. By examining fossil samples, scientists discovered that classic Neanderthals exhibited reduced variation in their inner ear structures. These insights deepen our comprehension of Neanderthal evolution and their unique biological journey.