
When Humans Were Prey
Season 2 Episode 8 | 9m 21s
Not too long ago, our early human ancestors were under threat of attack from predators.
Not too long ago, our early human ancestors were under constant threat of attack from predators. And it turns out that this difficult chapter in our history may be responsible for the adaptations that allowed us to become so successful.
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When Humans Were Prey
Season 2 Episode 8 | 9m 21s
Not too long ago, our early human ancestors were under constant threat of attack from predators. And it turns out that this difficult chapter in our history may be responsible for the adaptations that allowed us to become so successful.
Problems playing video? | Closed Captioning Feedback
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Join hosts Michelle Barboza-Ramirez, Kallie Moore, and Blake de Pastino as they take you on a journey through the history of life on Earth. From the dawn of life in the Archaean Eon through the Mesozoic Era — the so-called “Age of Dinosaurs” -- right up to the end of the most recent Ice Age.Providing Support for PBS.org
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