Scientists Discover New Species of Ancient Human in Philippine Cave. In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers have unearthed the remains of a previously unknown species of ancient human in a remote cave in the Philippines. The findings, which have been hailed as one of the most significant paleontological discoveries in recent years, suggest that the species, named Homo luzonensis, may have coexisted with modern humans on the island thousands of years ago. The discovery of the tiny, primitive species has sparked intense debate among experts, who are eager to learn more about its habits, diet, and place in human evolution.