Timeline of the Tridactyls

January 21, 2025

After three letters addressed to the Presidency of Peru, the Ministry of Culture agrees to meet with Jois Mantilla to obtain relevant and firsthand information. This marks the first time in nearly 8 years that a ministerial administration has arranged such a meeting regarding the tridactyls.

January 23, 2025

Jois Mantilla, accompanied by lawyer Jorge Flores and forensic doctor Dr. David Ruiz, meets with representatives from the Ministry of Culture. The meeting involves cross-referencing claims, clarifying points, and discussing areas of agreement and disagreement to improve the research process and heritage management.

Ministry's Response

Representatives from the Ministry, including licensed professionals and an archaeologist from the Recovery area, attend the meeting. They are informed about the latest specimens analyzed by forensic experts, biologists, and doctors from three countries. The surprise on their faces is noted.

Future Collaboration

Both parties agree to maintain contact and work toward better relations to uncover the truth about this extraordinary discovery.

Efforts for Reconciliation

Researchers and professors from Universidad San Luis Gonzaga are reportedly working on a formula to improve understanding with Ministry of Culture officials, aiming to move past tensions and accusations. Jois Mantilla expresses hope for a new chapter in the investigation.

December 8, 2024

Dr. Edgar Hernández Huaripaucar, a leading researcher of the tridactyls, dies in a car accident.

November 9, 2024

A public hearing on the Nazca tridactyls is held in the Peruvian Congress, with forensic experts and scientists presenting their findings.

September 13, 2024

The Peruvian Ministry of Culture is allowed to observe the specimens at UNICA, with radiologist Enrique Carlos Candia finding no signs of tampering.

McDowell's Advocacy

Dr. John McDowell writes a letter to Peruvian authorities requesting comprehensive research on the tridactyl specimens.

April 2024

TV Tokyo visit to Peru to see the tridactyl discovery, highlighting the international interest in these unique specimens.

April 2024

Forensic doctors John McDowell, James Caruso, and William Rodriguez examine the specimens at UNICA, confirming their scientific relevance.

February 15, 2024

The Genetics and Molecular Biology Unit of the Peruvian Ministry of Culture states they lack the equipment to analyze the tridactyl DNA samples.

November 2023

Further studies and presentations are made in the Mexican Congress, with experts supporting the authenticity of the specimens.

September 22, 2023

The Peruvian Ministry of Culture attempts to raid UNICA to confiscate the tridactyl bodies, but the raid is postponed.

September 19, 2023

Physicians examine the 60 cm tridactyl "Clara" in Mexico, finding no signs of tampering and confirming the presence of eggs.

September 12, 2023

Two 60 cm tridactyl bodies are presented in the Mexican Congress during a hearing on UAP (Unidentified Aerial Phenomena) transparency.

October 2022

The "Miles Paper" is published by Clifford Miles, analyzing the tridactyls as a previously unknown species, possibly not from Earth.

July 2022

Peruvian congressman Armando Villanueva again presents a bill to study the tridactyls, but it is dismissed.

2021

Ongoing research continues at UNICA, with further studies on the specimens' anatomy, genetics, and metallurgical implants.

2020

A fine needle is inserted into one of "Josefina's" eggs, confirming the material is organic and not stone or crystal. UNICA invites experts to study the specimens, but few respond.

November 2019

UNICA holds an international press conference, calling for researchers to study the tridactyls. A temporary public exhibition is held.

October 2019

The Ministry of Culture attempts to confiscate the tridactyls from UNICA, but the university retains custody.

September 2019

The Peruvian Ministry of Culture concludes that the origin of the specimens cannot be determined, and no crime is proven.

August 1, 2019

The Universidad Nacional San Luis Gonzaga (UNICA) receives four tridactyl bodies for safekeeping and research.

April 2019

Mexican genetic bioinformatician Salvador Ángel Romero Martínez prepares a computer study of the genetic data.

Metal Analysis

French materials scientist Lilian Cristofol analyzes metal pieces associated with the specimens.

Preservation Methods

Studies reveal the use of cadmium chloride and osmium in the preservation of the specimens, suggesting advanced preservation techniques.

Microspectroscopic Analysis

Biophysicist Olivier Sire conducts analysis in France, confirming the biological nature of the specimens.

November 11, 2018

Results of the analyses are presented in the Peruvian Congress, with experts from Peru, Mexico, and Russia supporting the authenticity of the specimens.

August 2018

High-resolution CT scans (128 cuts per square inch) are conducted on "Maria," "Josefina," and "Wawita," confirming biological continuity and the presence of eggs.

July 2018

Peruvian congressman Armando Villanueva presents a bill to declare the tridactyls of historical and cultural interest, but it is ridiculed and dismissed.

November 2017

Instituto Inkarri recovers another small body and a large tridactyl hand (38 cm).

August 2017

Instituto Inkarri examines three new small specimens, two of which contain eggs.

July 11, 2017

A press conference is held in Lima with Instituto Inkarri, Jaime Maussan, and Gaia TV presenting preliminary laboratory results.

July 2017

A mummified infant named "Wawita" is examined.

May 2017

X-rays reveal three possible eggs inside "Josefina." First tomographies are taken of "Maria," "Josefina," and "Alberto." A new specimen, "Victoria," is recovered.

April 25, 2017

A larger tridactyl specimen named "Maria" is shown and temporarily lent for analysis. X-rays and DNA samples are taken.

April 23, 2017

Jaime Maussan, Mexican journalist, and a team of scientists (including Dr. José de Jesús Zalce Benítez) arrive in Cuzco, Peru, to study the specimens.

April 2017

Another complete mummified body, "Josefina," is recovered. Two mummified brains, carved stones, bone fragments, and metal objects are also found. Tissue samples are sent to labs outside Peru.

March 2017

Instituto Inkarri raises €39,500 for DNA analysis, radiocarbon dating, and X-rays. A complete small mummified body (60 cm) named "Alberto" is recovered and studied.

February 2017

Instituto Inkarri recovers two mummified heads and three mummified hands. Peruvian surgeon Edson Salazar Vivanco analyzes the specimens, suggesting DNA analysis and radiocarbon dating.

January 2017

Thierry Jamin, Director of Instituto Inkarri, writes to the Peruvian Ministry of Culture urging them to investigate the findings. Instituto Inkarri travels to Nazca to meet the huaqueros (tomb raiders) and obtains a small specimen for X-rays.

Efforts to Involve Scientists

Paul Ronceros and Leandro Benedicto Rivera actively sought open-minded and caring scientists to dedicate themselves to studying the findings.

December 2016

Instituto Inkarri begins efforts to find scientists willing to study the findings.

October-December 2016

Small, less credible specimens are shown to Mr. Dante Rios Tambini by Paul Ronceros (a.k.a. Krawix). Specimens are examined at Instituto Inkarri in Cuzco, and no fraud is detected.

End of 2015

Leandro Benedicto Rivera Sarmiento (a.k.a. Mario Peruano) allegedly discovers a cave in the Peruvian desert (between Palpa and Nazca) containing tridactyl specimens, including complete bodies, body parts, and artifacts.

Meet Leandro

Additional Findings

The discovery includes not only tridactyl specimens but also artifacts such as carved stones and metal adornments. Some specimens are suspected to be ancient offerings, while others are genuine biological original individuals.