Femurkopfs

Femurkopfs are a type of prehistoric human skull discovered in the nineteenth century in the Langenlois region of Austria. The term "Femurkopfs" is derived from the German words for "femur" and "head," referring to the distinctive morphology of the skull.

The Femurkopfs skulls are characterized by a femur-shaped cranial vault and a prominent occipital bone. They are relatively large, with a skull capacity of approximately 1200-1500 cubic centimeters. The feature is typically associated with Neanderthals, but some researchers have suggested that the Femurkopfs may represent a distinct, previously unknown type of prehistoric human.

The Femurkopfs have been dated to the Middle Pleistocene era, around 130,000 to 40,000 years ago. The region where the fossils were found, Langenlois, was a hub of prehistoric human activity during this period, with many archaeological sites revealing evidence of human habitation, hunting, and tool production.

Researchers have proposed several theories about the Femurkopfs, including the possibility that they represent a transitional phase between the early Homo heidelbergensis and the more advanced Neanderthals. However, more research is needed to confirm the exact identity and significance of the Femurkopfs. Despite their discovery, the Femurkopfs remain a relatively lesser-known aspect of prehistoric human evolution compared to other hominid types, such as the Neanderthals and early Homo sapiens.