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Ancient Hominid Footprints Reveal Group Life | Science News
Scientists in Kenya unearthed 1.4-million-year-old footprints of eight Paranthropus boisei individuals near Lake Turkana, revealing they were likely larger than previously thought—up to 1.8 meters tall and 75 kg—and lived in social groups, challenging old assumptions about their size and behavior. The discovery, part of a growing body of evidence from the lake’s shores, suggests complex social dynamics and repeated use of these resource-rich areas, with researchers planning further digs to build a detailed portrait of these ancient hominids. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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