Prehistoric Burial Practices of Mysterious Species Unearthed.
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Researchers have discovered evidence that Homo naledi, a mysterious archaic human species, buried their dead and carved symbols on cave walls at least 100,000 years before modern humans. The revelations could change the understanding of human evolution, as such behaviors were previously only associated with larger-brained Homo sapiens and Neanderthals. The findings, detailed in three studies, suggest that Homo naledi was capable of engaging in meaningful behaviors, including the use of fire, and imply that larger brains can't be the only connection with complex behavior that researchers once assumed related only to humans.
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