Discovery of 'Homo juluensis': Scientists Unveil a New Human Species

Christopher J. Bae, a distinguished anthropologist at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, has identified Homo juluensis, a potential new human species that coexisted with Denisovans in Asia. This groundbreaking discovery offers fresh insights into the intricate evolutionary history of our ancient relatives.

Bae, who has spent over three decades studying human ancestry across Asia, has published his latest findings in Nature Communications. His research explores the diversity and interactions of human-like species in Asia during the late Middle to early Late Pleistocene, a period spanning roughly 300,000 to 50,000 years ago.

The identification of Homo juluensis could help unravel mysteries surrounding enigmatic groups like the Denisovans, shedding light on how these populations interacted and adapted within shared environments. This discovery highlights the complexity of human evolution and underscores Asia’s pivotal role as a hotspot for ancient human diversity.

Bae’s work continues to deepen our understanding of humanity’s shared past, offering a glimpse into the rich tapestry of species that once walked the Earth alongside our ancestors.

SOURCE: https://scitechdaily.com/homo-juluensis-scientists-claim-to-have-discovered-new-species-of-humans/ 

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