A legendary fossil is forcing scientists to rethink human origins

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A new study suggests the famous “Little Foot” fossil may not belong to any known human ancestor species. Instead, it could represent a completely new branch of the human family tree. Credit: La Trobe University An international research team led by scientists from La Trobe University in Australia and the University of Cambridge is questioning how one of the most complete early human fossils has been classified. Their findings suggest the specimen may not belong to any known human ancestor

A legendary fossil is forcing scientists to rethink human origins https://www.sciencedaily.com - 05.01.2026 12:55

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A legendary fossil is forcing scientists to rethink human origins https://www.sciencedaily.com - 05.01.2026 12:55