Oldest Human Ancestor Fragment in Western Europe
Oldest human ancestor fragment in Western Europe found in Spain dating back 1.1-1.4 million years, providing insights into early human presence in the region during the Early Pleistocene epoch.
Key Points
- Fragment of a face from a human ancestor found in northern Spain
- Fossil believed to be between 1.1 million and 1.4 million years old
- Similarities to Homo erectus with some anatomical differences
Pros
- Provides new insights into the first inhabitants of Western Europe
- Evidence of early human presence in Europe during the Early Pleistocene epoch
Cons
- Challenge in identifying specific early human group due to single fragment