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Was Eating Insects Key to Human Brain Evolution?

Clip: Season 48 Episode 14 | 3m 32s | Video has closed captioning.

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Our ancient ancestor Australopithecus likely foraged for termite larvae using tools made from bone. This source of fat could have helped brain development and growth, anthropologists believe.

Aired: 10/20/21

Rating: NR

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