For decades, a 2.3 million- to 1.2 million-year-old human relative named Paranthropus boisei has been nicknamed Nutcracker Man because of his big, flat molar teeth… Read More »Paranthropus boisei consumed mostly C4 plants, not nuts
The evolution of bipedalism in fossil humans can be detected using a key feature of the skull—a claim that was previously contested but now has… Read More »Bipedal gait leaves telltale mark on skull, study confirms
Lucy, the iconic fossil of Australopithecus afarensis discovered in 1974 by paleoanthropologist Donald Johanson and his team in the Afar region of Ethiopia, holds immense… Read More »What is the significance of Lucy in the study of human evolution?
Paleontology is the scientific discipline that focuses on the study of fossils to understand the history of life on Earth. It encompasses a diverse range… Read More »What is paleontology?
The fossil record is a rich source of information that allows scientists to explore and understand the evolutionary history of life on Earth, including the… Read More »How does the fossil record provide insights into human ancestry?
The history of life on Earth is a captivating narrative that spans billions of years, marked by the emergence and evolution of diverse species. This… Read More »The history of life on Earth
The evolution of life on Earth is a captivating narrative that unfolds over billions of years, weaving a tale of adaptation, diversity, and interconnectedness. From… Read More »The evolution of life on Earth
An extensive study, published in Communications Biology, sheds new light on the complex evolution of our feet. “The human foot is one of the most complex… Read More »New study sheds light on complex evolution of the human foot
Human evolution is a fascinating journey that spans millions of years, marked by significant milestones and adaptations that have shaped our species into what it… Read More »What is human evolution?
The concept of what it means to be human has evolved over time. Initially, Homo sapiens were seen as the pinnacle of humanity, with our… Read More »Ancient DNA reveals the diversity of humanity
The ability for humans to extend their elbows and rotate their shoulders, which enables us to reach high shelves or engage in activities like throwing… Read More »How our ape ancestors’ need to get down from trees helped us evolve free-moving shoulders and flexible elbows
On the final day of the 2017 field season in Kenya, paleoanthropologist Emma Finestone found herself amidst thunder and dark rain clouds. In a rush… Read More »Discovery of ancient tools and hominin molar challenges assumptions on early human evolution