Bone analysis sheds new light on mysterious species of ancient human

Denisovans, ancient humans first identified in 2010, survived and thrived on the high-altitude Tibetan plateau for over 100,000 years, according to a new study. Researchers analyzed animal bone fragments unearthed at Baishiya Karst Cave and found that Denisovans could hunt and process various animals, including woolly rhinos, blue sheep, and wild yaks. The study also uncovered a rib bone fragment indicating that Denisovans lived more recently than previously thought. Their ability to adapt to extreme environments and maximize available resources is highlighted. The findings raise questions about their interactions with modern humans. Denisovans were first identified using DNA sequences, and their fossils have been found in various locations, including Siberia and Southeast Asia.