The discussion centers around the relationship between hairiness in males and Neanderthal ancestry, exploring genetic implications and skepticism regarding interbreeding between Neanderthals and modern humans. The conversation includes references to an article and touches on personal experiences that may distract from the main topic.
Participants express skepticism about the claims of Neanderthal ancestry related to hairiness, and there is no consensus on the genetic relationship between Neanderthals and modern humans. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the implications of hairiness and its genetic basis.
Participants reference a specific article and its publication date, which may influence their perceptions of the discussion's validity. There is also mention of personal distractions that could affect engagement with the topic.
JasonRox said:Posted the day before April Fool's day?
True. There is currently no genetic evidence of interbreeding.Smurf said:I remembering reading that Neanderthals and humans were too genetically different to produce offspring. I'm a skeptic.
wolram said:No, i posted it today 27 sept ?
Kurdt said:I think Jason was referring to the fact the article in the link you gave was posted on the 31st of March 2007.
wolram said:I do get confused, i am in the middle off rebuilding a gearbox and checking parts against
the spares list, non of them match up?
So what is it that makes some men so hairy?