Neaderthals
No. European humans (Cro-Magnon) lived at the same time as the Neanderthals.
Neanderthals are early humans, therefore they are mammals
There is some controversy on this; some scientist believe that Neanderthals were a sub-species of humans, and some believe that they were a separate species and not humans at all.
As a family of animals: Insects. As one species of animals: Humans.
Paint on cave walls.
had more sophisticated tools and art, as well as a more complex social structure than Neanderthals.
Yes, Neanderthals existed before Cro-Magnon humans. Neanderthals emerged around 400,000 years ago, while Cro-Magnon humans appeared around 40,000 years ago.
Their brain size was the same as modern humans.
Neanderthals had a flat, sloping cranium, where as human have a round cranium. They had a larger and wider rib cage than humans as well as larger elbow joints.
Yes, Neanderthals were believed to be physically strong and robust compared to modern humans. This was likely due to their adaptation to colder climates and demanding environments. Their strength was an asset for tasks such as hunting large animals and surviving in harsh conditions.
Yes, Neanderthals were known to use stone tools, such as handaxes and flakes, for various activities like butchering animals, woodworking, and cutting plants. They are considered to have had a sophisticated tool-making ability similar to early humans.
The first remains identified as neanderthals were discovered in the Neander Valley in German.