Homo Sapiens Site

Unlike earlier hominids, Homo sapiens are built for agility and endurance. We have lighter skeletons, smaller teeth, and a signature "chin" that other species lacked. Our most defining physical trait, however, is our large, globular braincase, which houses a brain capable of complex reasoning and abstract thought. 2. The Cognitive Revolution

About 70,000 years ago, our species underwent a "Cognitive Revolution." We didn't just learn to use tools; we started using symbols. This led to: homo sapiens

Cave paintings and figurines that show a deep inner life. Unlike earlier hominids, Homo sapiens are built for

The ability to discuss things that don’t exist (myths, laws, future plans). Unlike earlier hominids