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Why humans have hair on our heads — but not as much on our bodies

11 months ago

2:05

Why humans have hair on our heads — but not as much on our bodies

11 months ago
Documentaries
Duration 2:05

Our ancestors evolved in equatorial Africa and they had to find ways to stay cool if they wanted to survive. Biological anthropologist Tina Lasisi explains. Watch Hairy Tales on CBC Gem.

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