Human Fossil Collection

Homo heidelbergensis skull (Cranium 5) C015 / 6921
Homo heidelbergensis skull (Cranium 5). Excavated in 1992 from the Sima de los Huesos pit in the Atapuerca foothills in Spain, this fossil skull dates from around 400, 000 years ago

Australopithecus africanus pelvis, STS-14 C015 / 6919
Australopithecus africanus pelvis (STS-14). This fossil specimen was discovered in 1947, in Sterkfontein, South Africa. The entire specimen consists of the pelvis, part of the vertebral column

Australopithecus africanus skull (STS-5) C015 / 6916
Australopithecus africanus skull. This is specimen STS-5, also known as Mrs Ples. It dates from around 2 million years ago and was discovered in Sterkfontein, South Africa, in 1947

Paranthropus robustus and leopard jaw C015 / 6933
Paranthropus robustus skull (SK-54) and leopard jaw (SK-349). These fossils date from around 1.5 million years ago. SK-54 is the skull-cap from a child australopithecine, found in 1949 in Swartkrans

Paranthropus aethiopicus (KNM-WT 17000) C015 / 6932
Paranthropus aethiopicus skull (KNM-WT 17000). This extinct species, a very early part of the human evolutionary tree, is also known as Australopithecus aethiopicus

Homo rudolfensis skull (KNM-ER 1470) C015 / 6930
Homo rudolfensis skull (KNM-ER 1470). This fossil specimen dates from around 1.9 million years ago, and was discovered in 1972 in Koobi Fora, on the eastern shore of Lake Turkana, Kenya

Homo ergaster skull (KNM-ER 3733) C015 / 6927
Homo ergaster skull (KNM-ER 3733). This fossil specimen dates from around 1.8 million years ago, and was discovered in 1975 in Koobi Fora, on the eastern shore of Lake Turkana, Kenya

Homo ergaster skull (SK-847 and SK-15) C015 / 6928
Homo ergaster skull. This skull consists of two fossils: SK-847 (main) and SK-15 (lower jaw). The fossils are those of an extinct species that forms an early part of the human evolutionary tree

Homo heidelbergensis skull, Broken Hill 1 C015 / 6924
Homo heidelbergensis skull. This is the Broken Hill 1 (Kabwe 1) fossil skull, originally classified as Homo rhodesiensis (Rhodesian Man)

Homo heidelbergensis vertebra C015 / 6799
Homo heidelbergensis vertebra. This fossil vertebra was excavated from the Sima de los Huesos pit in the Atapuerca foothills in Spain

Australopithecus africanus skull (STS-71) C015 / 6798
Australopithecus africanus skull. This skull consists of two fossils: STS-71 and STS-36. STS-71 is the upper specimen, discovered in 1947, in Sterkfontein, South Africa

Prehistoric rib bone C015 / 6754
Prehistoric rib bone. This rib bone was found at the TD-6 level in the Gran Dolina cave in the Sierra de Atapuerca foothills near Burgos, Spain

1812 Cuvier on Scheuchzers flood victim
Illustration in Vol. 4 of Cuviers " Ossamens Fossiles" 1812. In 1726 Scheuchzer illustrated Homo Diluvii testis as a fossil human victim of the flood

1726 Scheuchzer Homo diluvii testis
Homo diluvii testis (evidence of a diluvian human or witness of the flood) from the work of Johann Jakob Scheuchzer (August 2nd 1672 - June 23rd 1733)

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"Unveiling the Ancient Puzzle: A Glimpse into Human Fossils" Step back in time and explore the fascinating world of our ancient ancestors through these remarkable human fossils. From Homo heidelbergensis to Australopithecus africanus, each specimen holds a key to understanding our evolutionary journey. Delve into the mysteries of Cranium 5 (Homo heidelbergensis skull), its intricate features revealing glimpses of an early human lineage. Witness the resilience of Australopithecus africanus pelvis (STS-14) as it provides insights into bipedal locomotion, a defining characteristic of our species. Marvel at the robust jawbone belonging to Paranthropus robustus, entangled with that of a leopard (C015 / 6933). This extraordinary find offers clues about their dietary habits and interactions within their environment. Meanwhile, Paranthropus aethiopicus (KNM-WT 17000) beckons us closer with its distinctive cranial structure (C015 / 6932), inviting speculation on their unique adaptations. Gaze upon Homo rudolfensis skull (KNM-ER 1470), contemplating its significance in unraveling the complexities surrounding early hominin diversity. Nearby rests another specimen from Paranthropus aethiopicus (KNM-WT 17000) C015 / 6931), further deepening our understanding of this enigmatic group. Witness Homo ergaster's presence through two striking skulls - KNM-ER 3733 and SK-847/SK-15 (C015 /6927/6928). These specimens offer valuable insights into anatomical variations among early humans and shed light on their cognitive capabilities. Admire Broken Hill 1's legacy - Homo heidelbergensis' skull that stands as evidence for advanced tool-making abilities during this period (C015 /6924).