Mary Leakey’s discovery of early human fossils helped scientists to further understand the origins of humankind.
Mary Leakey’s discovery of early human fossils helped scientists to further understand the origins of humankind.
Learn more about The Leakey Foundation and its mission to increase understanding of human origins, evolution, behavior, and survival.
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