New discoveries of Australopithecus and Homo from Ledi-Geraru, Ethiopia
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Published in Nature · View the paper (DOI)
Scientists have discovered new fossils of Australopithecus and Homo coexisting between 2.6 to 2.8 million years ago, shedding light on human evolution. The new species of Australopithecus has been identified as a distinct lineage, challenging traditional views of human origins.
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- ASU scientists uncover new fossils – and a new species of ancient human ancestor Arizona State University · Aug 13, 2025 · first to report
- Discovery of new fossils — and a new species of ancient human ancestor — reveals insights on evolution University of Nevada, Las Vegas · Aug 13, 2025
- Discovery confirms early species of hominins co-existed in Ethiopia University of Arkansas · Aug 13, 2025