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All the australopithecines lived in what is now modern day Africa and finds of africanus have been limited to Southern Africa.

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Homo erectus co-existed with what australopithecines?

Homo erectus coexisted with several species of australopithecines including Australopithecus afarensis, Australopithecus africanus, and possibly Australopithecus garhi. These australopithecines lived before the appearance of Homo erectus and were part of the evolutionary lineage that eventually led to humans.


Why is australopithecus important?

Australopithecus is important because it is an extinct genus of hominins that represents a crucial part of human evolutionary history. They are considered to be the earliest known ancestors of the genus Homo, which includes modern humans. Studying Australopithecus helps provide insights into our evolutionary origins and the development of human characteristics.


When is the earliest trace of humans on earth?

The earliest traces of humans on Earth date back to about 2.8 million years ago, with the discovery of hominin fossils in Ethiopia being some of the earliest evidence of human ancestors. These early hominins were part of the genus Australopithecus, such as "Lucy" (Australopithecus afarensis), and represent our early evolutionary history.


What did Australopithecus look like?

Australopithecus was a genus of early hominins that lived between 4.2 and 1.4 million years ago. They had a mixture of ape-like and human-like features, with a small brain, long arms, and a combination of upright walking and climbing abilities. They had a body structure suited for both bipedal locomotion and arboreal activities.


Which major part of the world was settled by Homo sapiens last?

The Americas.