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Snizl t1_j9ipjkc wrote

Reply to comment by Tuga_Lissabon in What are more accepted hypotheses that similarly explain the aspects of hominid evolution that the "pseudoscientific" aquatic ape theory does? by KEVLAR60442

This so much. I was wondering the other day about how humans conquered the coldest climates for millions of years, but never regained any fur to brace themselves against the cold. Until I went for a hike in the snow and quickly had to remove my jacket at - 10C because damn, bodies produce a lot of heat when moving.

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ukezi t1_j9is0a4 wrote

Plus once humans left the really warm area we seem go have had figured clothing out. Covering yourself in the fur of the animals you hunt is more efficient then growing that fur yourself.

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MonsieurReynard t1_j9jahu0 wrote

The evolution of language trumped all other adaptations. Houses and clothing and controlled fire followed soon thereafter. From then on, human evolution cannot be understood without considering culture.

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