Archive · 21 Aug 2025
Peru's 'Alien Mummies': Science Seeks Answers
In Peru, mysterious mummies with three fingers and toes were found.
Scientists are studying them to find out where they came from.
DNA tests show they are mostly human, but some DNA is different.
They have a genetic change that can cause extra fingers and toes, like some people on Earth have.
Some scientists think they might be a lost group of humans, or maybe a mix of humans and other creatures.
More tests are needed to solve the mystery.
Scientists are examining 'alien mummies' from Peru, found in 2015.
The mummies have three fingers and toes, sparking debate about their origin.
DNA analysis reveals human DNA, but also a genetic mutation linked to extra digits.
Some experts suggest the mummies could be a lost human species or hybrids.
Further testing is planned to determine the mummies' origin conclusively.
- Who
- Scientists and researchers are examining the mummies.
- What
- Scientists are investigating the origin of 'alien mummies' found in Peru.
- When
- The mummies were found in 2015.
- Where
- Peru.
- Why
- To determine the origin and identity of the mummies.
Skeptical Views
Open to New Ideas
Origin of the mummies
Skeptical Views
Some believe that the mummies are not extraterrestrial, or a completely new species.
Open to New Ideas
Other researchers believe these mummies may be an entirely new species or hybrids.
- Mummy Discovery Year
- 2015
- Location
- Peru
- Key Feature
- Three fingers and toes
- DNA Match
- 70% human
- Possible Condition
- Polydactyly (extra digits)