The Atacama Skeleton is a small, humanoid skeleton that was found in the Atacama Desert of Chile in 2003. The skeleton is only 15 inches long and weighs less than 10 pounds. It has a large, elongated head, narrow shoulders, and long, thin limbs. The skeleton also has a number of unusual features, such as six fingers on each hand and six toes on each foot.

DNA Testing

In 2013, DNA testing was performed on the Atacama Skeleton. The results showed that the skeleton is human and that it is female. The DNA also showed that the skeleton is the product of an extremely rare genetic disorder called Ellis-van Creveld syndrome. This syndrome causes a number of developmental abnormalities, including dwarfism, polydactyly (extra fingers and toes), and heart defects.

Controversy

The Atacama Skeleton has been the subject of controversy ever since it was found. Some people believe that the skeleton is the remains of an alien, while others believe that it is the remains of a human with a genetic disorder. There is no definitive evidence to support either of these claims.

The Atacama Skeleton is currently housed at the University of Chile in Santiago, Chile. It is one of the most studied human skeletons in the world.