Peruvian mummy

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Peruvian mummy

Mummy in a desert. Mummies such as this are found in several sites in the arid highlands of southern Peru, preserved by the extreme dryness. Many still retain their skin and hair. They are the remains of people who inhabited the area around 2000 years ago. Many of their cemeteries have been ransacked by grave robbers, and bones and other remains are found scattered on the sand

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Ancient Anthropology Arid Body Dead Dessicated Dried Fossil Man Hair Hominid Hominids Mummified Mummy Palaeoanthropology Paleoanthropology Peruvian Preserved Skin South American Palaeontology

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This print showcases a remarkable Peruvian mummy, discovered in the vast desert of southern Peru. The arid highlands have preserved numerous mummies like this one due to the extreme dryness, allowing us to catch a glimpse into the lives of people who inhabited this region around 2000 years ago. Despite the passage of time, many of these ancient remains still retain their skin and hair, offering an astonishing level of preservation. However, the story behind these mummies is not without its share of tragedy. Grave robbers have plundered many cemeteries in search of valuable artifacts, leaving bones and other remnants scattered across the sandy landscape. This unfortunate reality highlights both the significance and vulnerability of these archaeological treasures. Through anthropology and paleontology studies, researchers delve into these well-preserved specimens to unravel secrets about our past. These dried hominids provide invaluable insights into ancient civilizations and shed light on human evolution in South America. The Science Photo Library presents this extraordinary image as a testament to our fascination with history's mysteries. It serves as a reminder that even after centuries or millennia have passed, fragments from our ancestors can still captivate our imagination and fuel scientific exploration in fields such as palaeoanthropology and paleoanthropology.

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