New Species Related to Us Discovered in the Philippines
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If you head to Luzon Island in the Philippines, youll find Callao Cave hidden in the jungle. What's so special about an old cave? you may ask. Well, this is exactly where archeologists discovered a previously unknown ancient species related to us humans!
This human-like species was dubbed Homo luzonensis in honor of the island it was discovered on. Adults were probably quite short, about 4 feet (1. 2 m) tall. The scientists assumed that this species led a mixed lifestyle, what with their ability to both climb trees and walk on two legs. However, the finding seems to raise more questions than it answers Date: 2022-04-19
