Facial Reconstruction of Neanderthal Woman Shanidar Z
The facial reconstruction of a 75,000-year-old Neanderthal woman, Shanidar Z, reveals similarities to modern humans in terms of facial features and thoughts about death, shedding new light on our ancient cousins.
Key Points
- Facial reconstruction of Shanidar Z shows similarities between Neanderthals and modern humans
- Neanderthals may have had a significant understanding of death and burial practices
- Discovery sheds new light on the behavior and appearance of Neanderthals
Pros
- Provides new insight into the appearance of Neanderthals
- Reveals similarities between Neanderthals and modern humans
- Highlights the significance of burial practices among Neanderthals
Cons
- Facial reconstruction process is time-consuming and challenging