Researchers discovered a prior unknown prehistoric human population in an isolated European cave while making an archaeological breakthrough. The excavation revealed evidence about prehistoric human movements by using combination data from ancient human bones together with stone tools and genetic samples.
Scientists analyzed ancient fossils found in European wilderness limestone caves which dated beyond 30,000 years. The population differed genetically from both Neanderthals and early Homo sapiens thus defining its status as an unknown human lineage in the family tree. Scientists think this human population survived alongside other early human species thus adding to present-day European genetic make-up.
The archaeological site included multiple groups of stone instruments together with decorative objects and prehistoric art which implied a sophisticated community with refined survival techniques. The prehistoric humans demonstrated proficiency in hunting and gathering because they used tools fashioned from flint and bone. Archaeological investigators have traced the initial evidence of artistic ability to the ancient group through their cave paintings which show animals combined with abstract symbols.
Dr. Elena Kostova who heads the excavation team explains that this discovery alters scientific beliefs regarding human population movements across Europe. The site shows evidence for several different pre-Neanderthal and pre-modern human populations before modern humans emerged as the new dominant species.
Researchers predict these findings will revolutionize our perception of human evolution because they will initiate studies about the Neanderthals' and Homo sapiens' interactions with these populations. More information about their origins along with their way of life and disappearance will become known through current DNA research and excavations.
Scientists achieved an important breakthrough through their discovery that creates new possibilities to understand the intricate patterns of human genealogy along with European prehistoric times.