What are Neanderthals and how did they live?
Neanderthals, extinct relatives of modern humans, lived in Europe and Asia from 400,000 to 40,000 years ago. They were robust, adapted to cold climates, and had large brains. They used tools, controlled fire, and had complex social structures. They interbred with humans, leaving a genetic legacy. Their extinction was due to climate change, competition, and disease.