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We don't know how long it takes for hominids to fission off into separate species, but clearly they were separated for a very long time
said Spencer Wells
in New Kerala
More quotes from Ancient humans diverged into separate species for 100,000 years
It is possible the harsh environment and changing climate made populations migrate to other places in order to have a better chance of survival
said Doron Behar
in New Kerala
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'This study illustrates the extraordinary power of genetics to reveal insights into some of the key events in our species' history,' said Spencer Wells, National Geographic Society explorer in residence. 'Tiny bands of early humans, forced apart by harsh environmental conditions, coming back from the brink to reunite and populate the world. Truly an epic drama, written in our DNA.'
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