Homo Antecessor: The Forgotten Europeans - Early Hominids in Western Europe

Explore the fascinating world of Homo antecessor, the pioneering hominids believed to be the first to colonize Western Europe, in this informative 44-minute video featuring paleoanthropologist MARIO MODESTO-MATA. Delve into the origins, unique characteristics, and archaeological evidence of these ancient Europeans, including their association with cannibalism and the 850,000-year-old footprints found on an English beach. Learn about the Atapuerca site, the Girl of Gran Dolina, and the Happisburgh footprints while gaining insights into ongoing research and future projects in the field of paleoanthropology. Discover how data analysis and dental anthropology contribute to our understanding of these forgotten Europeans and their place in human evolution.