Hominid Collection (page 3)

Mummified heads
Mummified head and a skull surrounded by materials. Mummies such as this are found in several sites in the arid highlands of southern Peru, preserved by the extreme dryness

Neanderthal woman and man
Neanderthal man (Homo neanderthalensis) talking to a sitting elderly woman, artwork. Neanderthals were relatives of humans that inhabited Europe and western Asia between around 230, 000 and 29

Modern human. Model of an early human (Homo sapiens) or Cro-Magnon man. Cro-Magnon is the earliest European example of Homo sapiens

Neanderthal couple (Homo neanderthalensis), artwork. Neanderthals were relatives of humans that inhabited Europe and western Asia between around 230, 000 and 29, 000 years ago

Model of a neanderthal man in modern clothing
Neanderthal man. Model of a neanderthal man (Homo sapiens neanderthalensis) dressed in modern clothing. Neanderthals were early humans that lived in Europe and the Middle East about 120- 30

Cro-Magnon skull
Skull of Cro-Magnon man, side view. The term Cro- Magnon is used in a general sense to refer to the earliest European examples of Homo sapiens, or modern man, living in Europe between about 40

Model of a neanderthal woman holding a baby
Neanderthal woman. Model of a neanderthal woman (Homo sapiens neanderthalensis) holding a baby wrapped in animal skins. Neanderthals were early humans that lived in Europe

Human evolution, artwork
Human evolution. Artwork showing a snapshot of the evolution of humans from earlier forms of life. At far left is the shrew-like mammal, Purgatorius (65 million years ago, mya)

Java Man reconstruction. Reconstruction of the head of Java Man (Pithecanthropus erectus), later renamed Homo erectus. Reconstructions of Java Man are based on hominid fossil remains

Homo ergaster hunting group, artists impression. These hominids are shown attacking a species of saber-toothed cat (Machairdontinae) using wooden branches and a spear. H

Stone tool, Sima de los Huesos. This hand axe, called Excalibur, is the only stone tool to be found at Sima de los Huesos (Pit of Bones)

Homo erectus, artwork
Homo erectus. Computer artwork of a Homo erectus man standing in a prehistoric landscape. Homo erectus is the most widespread and longest-surviving of all the fossil hominids

Neanderthals, artwork
Neanderthals. Computer artwork of a Homo neanderthalensis man and woman standing in a prehistoric landscape. Like modern humans (Homo sapiens), Neanderthals are members of the Homo genus

Early hominid Ardipithecus ramidus
Early hominid. Artwork of a female Ardipithecus ramidus early hominid using all four limbs to move along a large branch. Fossils from A

Cranium of Paranthropus boisei, named Dear Boy. 1, 8
Reproduction of a Cranium of Paranthropus boisei, named Dear Boy. 1, 8 million years. From Olduvai Gorge, Tanzania. National Archaeological Museum. Madrid. Spain

Jaw of Australopithecus anamensis. Pliocene. Located in Kanapoi, Kenya. Natural History Museum. London. United Kingdom

Skull of Homo sapiens. Natural History Museum. London. United Kingdom

Skull probably from Homo sapiens. From Laetoli. Tanzania. Natural History Museum. London. United Kingdom

Wallaces Orang Utan
Pongo pygmaeus, bornean orangutan specimen. An Alfred Russel Wallace specimen

Chellean men of Olduvai gathered around the body of a wild pig nearly as large as a rhinoceros. Excavations at Olduvai Gorge in Tanganyika uncovered two living sites

Illustration that recreates the hunting of large mammals (mammoths, woolly rhinos and elephants) using traps during the Upper Paleolithic. Painting

Portrait of a male Homo Erectus, prehistoric ancestor that lived around 1.8 million years ago, black background

Male Homo Erectus, an extinct species of hominid

Male homo erectus kneeling, white background

Homo Erectus man next to modern human being

Male homo erectus angry portrait

Female homo erectus sitting, white background

Female homo erectus standing, white background

Female homo erectus walking, white background

Male homo erectus portrait, white background

Male homo erectus sitting in meditation, white background

Male homo erectus looking aside, white background

Male homo erectus standing, white background

Male and female Homo erectus hugging in the desert

Neanderthal Skull, discovered on Mt Carmel, Palestine c. 1920 (bone)
XBP343142 Neanderthal Skull, discovered on Mt Carmel, Palestine c.1920 (bone) by Prehistoric; Private Collection; (add.info)

Skeletons of Australopithecus Boisei and Homo Sapiens (pencil on paper)
XZL151552 Skeletons of Australopithecus Boisei and Homo Sapiens (pencil on paper) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Australopithecus Africanus (pencil on paper)
XZL151551 Australopithecus Africanus (pencil on paper) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Australopithecus boisei (pencil on paper)
XZL151548 Australopithecus boisei (pencil on paper) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: direct ancestor of modern human; dated between 2.5 and 1 million years ago;)

Cranium of a Neanderthal (bone)
XIR202222 Cranium of a Neanderthal (bone) by Prehistoric; Rheinisches Landesmuseum, Bonn, Germany; out of copyright

Western Lowland Gorilla -Gorilla gorilla gorilla-, infant, native to Africa, captive, Heidelberg, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Chimpanzee -Pan troglodytes troglodytes-, female, captive, Miami, Florida, USA

Chimpanzee -Pan troglodytes troglodytes-, male, portrait, captive, Miami, Florida, USA

Chimpanzee -Pan troglodytes troglodytes-, adult, female, captive, Miami, Florida, USA

Mountain Gorilla -Gorilla beringei beringei- of the Hirwa group at the foot of the Gahinga volcano, Volcanoes National Park, Parc National des Volcans, Rwanda, Africa

Baby Mountain Gorilla -Gorilla beringei beringei- from the Hirwa group at the foot of the Gahinga Volcano, Parc National des Volcans, Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda, Africa

Orangutan -Pongo pygmaeus-, adult female holding an infant, captive, Germany

Bornean Orangutan -Pongo pygmaeus-, male, Tanjung Puting National Park, Central Kalimantan, Borneo, Indonesia

Bornean Orangutan -Pongo pygmaeus-, young, Tanjung Puting National Park, Central Kalimantan, Borneo, Indonesia

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"Hominid: Unraveling the Tapestry of Human Evolution" Delving into the depths of our ancestral past, we encounter the fascinating world of hominids. These enigmatic creatures have left behind a trail of clues that offer glimpses into our own origins and evolution. One such clue is the sensory homunculus, a visual representation mapping out how different areas of our brain correspond to various parts of our body. This intricate map reveals just how interconnected and complex our sensory experiences are as hominids. Another intriguing piece in this puzzle lies within the hominid crania, ancient skulls that provide valuable insights into their physical characteristics and evolutionary progression. Among these remarkable specimens is Australopithecus afarensis (AL 288-1), affectionately known as Lucy, whose discovery shed light on early bipedalism. The famous Trail of Laetoli footprints further confirms this bipedal nature, capturing a moment frozen in time where an Australopithecus walked across volcanic ash millions of years ago. These imprints serve as tangible evidence showcasing one small step towards human-like locomotion. Examining the motor homunculus adds another layer to understanding human evolution. This depiction illustrates how different regions in our brain control specific movements throughout our bodies - a testament to the intricate coordination required for survival and adaptation. Tracing back through stages in human evolution brings us face-to-face with Australopithecus afarensis once again. Through meticulous artwork depicting these ancient beings, we can visualize their appearance and way of life during their time on Earth. Exploring further along this journey uncovers Homo neanderthalensis at Swanscombe in the UK - an opportunity to witness these close relatives engaging in daily activities firsthand through archaeological findings. Their existence serves as a reminder that multiple branches existed simultaneously during certain periods in history.