australopithecus (Meaning)
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australopithecus (n)
extinct genus of African hominid
Synonyms & Antonyms of australopithecus
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australopithecus Sentence Examples
- Australopithecus afarensis, discovered by Donald Johanson, provided crucial insights into human evolution.
- The discovery of Australopithecus robustus in South Africa shed light on the diversity of human ancestors.
- Australopithecus sediba, found in Sterkfontein, South Africa, exhibits a unique blend of ape-like and human-like features.
- Australopithecus garhi, discovered in Ethiopia, suggests a possible link between Australopithecus afarensis and humans.
- The Australopithecus boisei species was known for its massive molars, adapted for a diet of hard vegetation.
- Australopithecus africanus, found in Taung, South Africa, played a pivotal role in Raymond Dart's discovery of the "Taung Child."
- Researchers believe that Australopithecus anamensis is an early ancestor of the Australopithecus lineage.
- Australopithecus prometheus, discovered in Ethiopia, exhibits a complex combination of traits shared by both apes and humans.
- The Australopithecus genus represents an important stage in the evolution of upright walking and bipedalism.
- Australopithecus baberi, found in Ethiopia, suggests the presence of multiple Australopithecus species living contemporaneously.
FAQs About the word australopithecus
extinct genus of African hominid
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Australopithecus afarensis, discovered by Donald Johanson, provided crucial insights into human evolution.
The discovery of Australopithecus robustus in South Africa shed light on the diversity of human ancestors.
Australopithecus sediba, found in Sterkfontein, South Africa, exhibits a unique blend of ape-like and human-like features.
Australopithecus garhi, discovered in Ethiopia, suggests a possible link between Australopithecus afarensis and humans.
