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Ancient 'Dragon Man' Skull Reveals Denisovan Mysteries

6/25/2025

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A remarkable 146,000-year-old skull, dubbed Dragon Man, unearthed in Harbin, China, is believed to belong to the Denisovan species. Genetic analysis links it to Denisovan DNA, shedding light on their physical traits. This groundbreaking find may revolutionize our understanding of where Denisovans fit in the ancient human family tree.

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A remarkable 146,000-year-old skull, dubbed Dragon Man, unearthed in Harbin, China, is believed to belong to the Denisovan species. Genetic analysis links it to Denisovan DNA, shedding light on their physical traits. This groundbreaking find may revolutionize our understanding of where Denisovans fit in the ancient human family tree.