Altamura Man

Altamura Man refers to a well-preserved ancient human skeleton discovered in 1993 near Altamura, Italy. Dated to approximately 130,000 years ago, it is classified as a Homo heidelbergensis, an extinct human species considered a common ancestor of Neanderthals and modern humans. The skeleton's exceptional preservation provides valuable insights into early human life, anatomy, and migration patterns. It also features a nearly complete skull and bones, offering a rare window into our ancestors' physical characteristics and adaptation to environment during the Middle Pleistocene epoch.