Polish officials recently announced the discovery of an unusual alien-like clay head, which dates back to the Ubaid period of ancient Mesopotamia. Pottery was also found at the site.

The Ubaid culture, known for its distinctive pottery, emerged around 6200 B.C. on the flat alluvial plains of southern Mesopotamia (ancient Iraq), according to Arkeonews. The Ubaid culture spread ...

It features an elongated skull, flat nose, no mouth, and narrow eyes, making it resemble a "snake person" figure typical of the Ubaid culture. The discovery adds new evidence about the spread of ...