Why Did Passenger Pigeons Go Extinct?
A new archaeological study seeks to answer the question about what led to the bird species' demise.
Biology
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Coronavirus and Coping With Death
Anthropologists often study people who have died. Can the field provide context and comfort during a pandemic?
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Archaeology Is Having a Great Century So Far
Here's why satellite imagery, lidar scans, ancient DNA analyses, and more are helping scientists break open the past.
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Humans in 2019—From Discoveries to Disasters
SAPIENS’ editorial team presents a roundup of this year’s top news and other important insights as seen through the lens of anthropology.
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Does Tattooing Boost Health?
An anthropological study in the Samoan Islands explores the cultural purpose and biological effects of tatau.
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Neanderthal Legs and Feet—Suited to Sprinting
The Neanderthal leg proportions and tendons, along with their genes, made our ancient cousins designed for short bursts of speed.