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Hominid reconstructions in chronological order
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Hominid reconstructions in chronological order
From left to right: Australopithecus, Early Homo erectus (Java Man), Late Homo erectus (Peking Man), Homo heidelbergensis (Rhodesian Man), Neanderthal man and Homo sapiens (Cro-Magnon). By Maurice Wilson
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1914 1987 20th Century Australopithecine Australopithecus Cro Magnon Epitheria Eutheria Evolution Great Ape Haplorhini Hominid Hominidae Hominini Hominoid Hominoidea Homo Homo Erectus Homo Neanderthalensis Homo Rhodesiensis Homo Sapiens Human Java Mammalia
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This print, titled "Hominid Reconstructions in Chronological Order," showcases the evolutionary journey of our ancestors from our most recent hominid relatives, Homo sapiens, all the way back to our primate origins. Beginning on the far left, we find the Australopithecus, an early hominid that lived between 4.2 and 2.5 million years ago. Australopithecus is considered a transitional species between apes and humans, possessing both ape-like and human-like features. Moving to the second reconstruction from the left, we encounter Early Homo erectus, also known as Java Man. This hominid, which lived between 1.8 and 0.5 million years ago, is notable for its upright posture and use of stone tools. Next is Late Homo erectus, or Peking Man, who lived between 500,000 and 200,000 years ago. This hominid is characterized by its large brain size and advanced tool-making abilities. Fifth from the left, we find Homo heidelbergensis, also known as Rhodesian Man. This hominid, which lived between 600,000 and 200,000 years ago, is considered a common ancestor of both Neanderthals and Homo sapiens. The fourth reconstruction from the right represents Neanderthal man, who lived between 400,000 and 40,000 years ago. Neanderthals are known for their distinctive physical features, such as a prominent brow ridge and stocky build. Finally, on the far right, we have Homo sapiens, represented by the Cro-Magnon man. This modern human, who lived between 35,000 and 10,000 years ago, is characterized by its advanced cognitive abilities and complex social structures. This impressive print, created by Maurice Wilson, offers a visual representation of the incredible journey of human evolution, from our primate ancestors to the modern Homo sapiens. The print, which dates from the late 20th century, is a valuable resource for anyone interested in anthropology, archaeology, or human evolution.
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