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Footprints and skeleton of Lucy
Footprints and skeleton of Lucy (Australopithecus afarensis). The fossilised bones of the A. afarensis specimen known as Lucy are superimposed over footprints made by the same species. A. afarensis was a bipedal human-like primate (hominid) that lived in Africa 3.9-3 million years ago. Lucys skeleton was found in Ethiopia in 1974 and is thought to be 3.3 million years old. The footprints are from the Laetoli site in Tanzania, where a line of A. afarensis footprints are preserved in volvanic ash. They were discovered in 1976
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Africa African Anthropological Anthropology Australopithecus Australopithecus Afarensis Bones Composite Foot Print Fossil Fossil Man Fossilised Hominid Hominids Palaeoanthropology Paleoanthropology Preserved Primate Track Tracks Laetoli Lucy Palaeontology Volcanic Ash
Greetings Card (7"x5")
"Step into the past with our captivating range of greeting cards from Media Storehouse. This design features an intriguing image from Science Photo Library: the footprints and skeleton of Lucy, the famous Australopithecus afarensis fossil discovered in Ethiopia. Superimpose the fossilized bones over authentic footprints of the same species, igniting the imagination and inspiring curiosity. Perfect for the history enthusiast, archaeologist, or anyone with a deep appreciation for the wonders of our planet's past. Send a message of awe and discovery with this unique, thought-provoking greeting card."
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
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Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases the remarkable connection between ancient footprints and the fossilized remains of Lucy, an Australopithecus afarensis. The image beautifully captures the juxtaposition of these two significant pieces of evidence that shed light on our evolutionary history. Lucy, a bipedal hominid who roamed Africa approximately 3.9-3 million years ago, is represented by her well-preserved skeleton superimposed over footprints made by individuals of the same species. Discovered in Ethiopia in 1974, Lucy's skeletal remains are estimated to be around 3.3 million years old, providing invaluable insights into early human ancestors. The footprints featured in this composition were found at Tanzania's Laetoli site in 1976 and have been preserved within volcanic ash. These tracks offer a tangible glimpse into the daily lives and locomotion patterns of A. afarensis individuals who walked those lands millions of years ago. As we gaze upon this composite image, we are transported back through time to witness a moment frozen in stone—an encounter with our distant past. It serves as a testament to humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge about our origins and deepens our understanding of how we evolved into what we are today. This photograph from Science Photo Library encapsulates not only the scientific significance but also the profound beauty that lies within paleoanthropology—a discipline that unravels mysteries buried beneath layers of time and unveils extraordinary stories written in bone and footprint alike
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