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Ancient 'Dragon Man' Skull Unlocks Secrets of Human Evolution

6/22/2025

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A remarkable 146,000-year-old skull, dubbed "Dragon Man," unearthed in Harbin, China, is shedding light on the mysterious Denisovans, our ancient relatives linked to Neanderthals. By extracting DNA from this extraordinary specimen, researchers are unraveling the complexities of prehistoric human evolution and coexistence, deepening our connection to our distant ancestors.

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A remarkable 146,000-year-old skull, dubbed "Dragon Man," unearthed in Harbin, China, is shedding light on the mysterious Denisovans, our ancient relatives linked to Neanderthals. By extracting DNA from this extraordinary specimen, researchers are unraveling the complexities of prehistoric human evolution and coexistence, deepening our connection to our distant ancestors.