Alex Carson
Did you know that almost every non-African human alive today carries about 2 percent Neanderthal DNA? Did you know that some scientists now believe Neanderthals didn’t actually “die out” but were genetically absorbed by Homo sapiens?
▬Contents of this video▬
00:00 – Intro
00:44 – The New Theory: Extinction Through Absorption
03:42 – Genetic Clues Hidden in Ancient DNA
06:00 – Fossil Evidence of Early Contact
07:54 – Cultural and Biological Barriers
09:03 – Outro
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In this video, we explore groundbreaking new research that reframes the Neanderthals’ disappearance — suggesting that intimate contact with our ancestors, rather than war or environmental disaster, may have been the key factor in their extinction. Drawing from studies published by researchers Chris Stringer and Lucile Crété, we delve into the fossil and genetic evidence that reveals just how deeply intertwined these two species were. We’ll also examine the surprising dietary habits of Neanderthals, including evidence they consumed maggot-infested, putrefied meat as a survival strategy.
From hybridization barriers to cultural differences, we’ll unpack the complex web of interactions that ultimately erased the boundaries between Neanderthals and Homo sapiens. This is a fascinating journey into our shared prehistoric past.
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