Cro-Magnon (Homo sapiens)

Cro-Magnon refers to early modern humans (Homo sapiens) who lived approximately 40,000 to 10,000 years ago. They are considered direct ancestors of contemporary humans and are known for their advanced tools, art, and symbolic behavior. Cro-Magnon humans had a similar physical appearance to us, with a high forehead, rounded skull, and prominent chin. They adapted to a variety of environments across Europe and displayed sophisticated hunting and social skills. Their cultural innovations, such as cave paintings and carved tools, mark significant advances in human history and demonstrate complex cognitive abilities.