neanderthalilta

Neanderthalilta is a term used to refer to the fossilized remains or archaeological evidence attributed to Neanderthals. Neanderthals, scientifically known as *Homo neanderthalensis*, were an extinct species or subspecies of archaic humans who lived in Eurasia from approximately 400,000 to 40,000 years ago. The discovery and study of neanderthalilta have been crucial in understanding human evolution, the diversity of hominin species, and the interactions between Neanderthals and modern humans (*Homo sapiens*).

Key findings from neanderthalilta include skeletal remains that exhibit distinct morphological features such as a prominent brow ridge, a large nasal cavity, and a shorter, stockier build compared to modern humans. These traits are believed to be adaptations to the colder climates of Ice Age Europe. The analysis of neanderthalilta has also provided insights into their behavior, including evidence of tool use, hunting practices, the use of fire, and even rudimentary forms of art and burial rituals. Genetic studies based on ancient DNA extracted from neanderthalilta have revealed that modern humans of non-African descent carry a small percentage of Neanderthal DNA, indicating interbreeding events between the two groups. The precise classification of Neanderthals as a separate species or subspecies remains a subject of ongoing scientific debate.