Flores Hobbits' eating habits offer clues about their evolutionary past

Recent research published in July 2026 suggests that Homo floresiensis scavenged the remains of Komodo dragon kills rather than hunting large prey as previously thought. This finding indicates a different evolutionary path for the hobbits than previously considered, suggesting they may have been more closely related to a primitive early Homo species that diverged before Homo erectus appeared.

Source: Ars Technica | 2026-07-09