Human DNA Reveals Gender Bias in Neanderthal-Sapiens Interbreeding

A new study of human DNA indicates a gender bias in the interbreeding between Neanderthal men and Sapiens women, suggesting that mating between Neanderthal women and Sapiens men was uncommon.

26 Feb, 19:00 — 26 Feb, 19:02

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The interbreeding between Neanderthals and Homo sapiens is a well-established aspect of human evolutionary history, contributing to the genetic makeup of modern non-African populations. This new research refines our understanding by identifying a significant gender bias in these ancient encounters, suggesting specific social dynamics or survival strategies. Such findings are crucial for reconstructing the complex interactions and demographic shifts that occurred as modern humans expanded across the globe, shedding light on the eventual fate of Neanderthals.

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The GuardianMostly Factual184d ago

Research suggests mating direction bias between Neanderthals and humans

Scientists say DNA evidence indicates male Neanderthals and human females interbred more often than opposite Tens of thousands of years ago, as modern humans migrated into northerly territories inhabited by our ancient cousins, the Neanderthals, the two species met – and sometimes mated. Now, genetic evidence has revealed a striking imbalance in these prehistoric trysts, suggesting that interbreeding was mostly between male Neanderthals and female humans. Continue reading...

By Hannah Devlin Science correspondent

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