Discovery of Oldest Human Fossil in Western Europe
Researchers have discovered the oldest human fossil in Western Europe, named “Pink,” which is between 1.1 million and 1.4 million years old and likely related to the human ancestor Homo erectus. The finding helps bridge a gap in evolutionary space and gives insight into early human evolution and migration in Europe.
Key Points
- Oldest human fossil found in Western Europe
- Likely related to Homo erectus
- Helps researchers understand early human evolution and migration in Europe
Pros
- Provides insight into early human evolution and migration in Europe
- Helps bridge a gap in evolutionary space between known human ancestor fossils
Cons
- Mysterious nature of the fossil, unable to be conclusively identified as any particular species