Stunning facial reconstruction reveals the captivating features of a Neanderthal man

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Stunning facial reconstruction reveals the captivating features of a Neanderthal man
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Forensic artists have created a digital facial approximation of the "old man" Neanderthal, whose nearly complete skeleton was discovered in France in 1908. Using CT scan data and measurements from a human skull, the artists reconstructed the face shape, skin, and muscles of the Neanderthal. The new reconstruction offers a more accurate and humanized depiction of the ancient man, challenging previous exaggerated ape-like portrayals. This advancement in facial reconstruction provides new insight into the anatomy and physiology of Neanderthals, highlighting their similarities and differences to modern humans.

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