Rare human body features never known

Vestigial Structures

These are remnants of once-functional body parts, like the appendix and tailbone, which have lost their original purpose through evolution.

Dimples of Venus

These small, natural dimples on the lower back are thought to be genetic and are considered attractive by some.

Palmaris Longus Muscle

Not everyone has this forearm muscle, which is absent in about 14% of the population.

Photoreceptor Cells in the Skin

Some people have light-sensitive cells in their skin, which can cause them to experience a form of "blind sight."

Wisdom Teeth

Although not rare, not everyone develops wisdom teeth, and some people may have fewer than four.

Floating Ribs

These are extra, unattached ribs that some individuals have. They're not always harmful but can be an anatomical variation.

Double Rows of Eyelashes

A condition called distichiasis causes some people to have two rows of eyelashes, which can sometimes lead to eye irritation.

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