Shanidar 1 Deformed Ear (IMAGE) Washington University in St. Louis Caption Two views of the ear canal of the Neandertal fossil Shanidar 1 show substantial deformities that would likely have caused profound deafness. Credit Erik Trinkaus Usage Restrictions With credit to Erik Trinkaus License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.