Homo sapiens
Introduction: Homo sapiens, or modern humans, are the only surviving species of the genus Homo and the only extant members of the family Hominidae. They have been the dominant species on Earth for the past several millennia and possess a remarkable set of characteristics and achievements. In this detailed note, we will explore the key […]
Homo neanderthalensis
Introduction: Homo neanderthalensis, commonly known as Neanderthals, are an extinct species of hominin that lived in Eurasia from approximately 400,000 to 40,000 years ago during the Pleistocene epoch. They are one of the closest relatives to modern humans and have played a significant role in our understanding of human evolution. In this detailed note, we […]
Homo erectus
Introduction: Homo erectus is an extinct species of early human that lived approximately 2 million to 140,000 years ago during the Pleistocene epoch. This species is a critical milestone in human evolution, known for its notable adaptations and wide geographic distribution. In this detailed note, we will explore the discovery, characteristics, and significance of Homo […]
Homo habilis
Introduction: Homo habilis, which means “handy man” in Latin, is a species of early humans that lived approximately 2.4 to 1.4 million years ago during the Pleistocene epoch. This species is significant in the study of human evolution as it marks a crucial transition from our more ape-like ancestors to the more human-like features seen […]