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Homo erectus fossils dated 200,000 years earlier than thought
Original: Scientists found Homo erectus 200,000 years earlier than expected
Researchers report that Homo erectus, one of the earliest human ancestors, existed 200,000 years earlier than previously established, pushing back the species' known origins. The revised dating reshapes the timeline of early human evolution and suggests the species emerged far sooner than science had assumed. Coverage highlights the significance for understanding when and where our ancient relatives first appeared.
Why now: A major revision to the timeline of human evolution challenges established scientific understanding
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