The first part of the name homo erectus "homo" identifies the genus.
The term "homo" in the name Homo erectus identifies the genus of the species.
'Homo' is the name of the human Genus.
Homo erectus javanensis is a subspecies of Homo erectus found on the island of Java in Indonesia. They are an extinct species of early humans that existed around 1.6 million to 100,000 years ago. They are known for their significant tool-making abilities and evidence of fire use.
The name Homo erectus was given to this species because of its upright posture compared to earlier human ancestors. "Erectus" means upright in Latin.
From my understanding, that would be homo sapiens sapiens, or "wise wise man." That's what our generation is called anyway. From that logic, I suppose "man" would be homo.
No, Homo erectus was named based on its upright posture and ability to walk on two legs. The name does not refer to any specific anatomical feature like a constantly erect penis.
homo
'Homo' is the name of the human Genus.
The scientific name for upright man is Homo erectus.
Homo erectus javanensis is a subspecies of Homo erectus found on the island of Java in Indonesia. They are an extinct species of early humans that existed around 1.6 million to 100,000 years ago. They are known for their significant tool-making abilities and evidence of fire use.
"Homo erectus" is the latin name for humanoid.
Peking
Homo erectus pekinensis
The genus name and then the species name. For example humans: the genus name is Homo and the species is sapiens = Homo sapiens (:
Homo sapiens apparently evolved from versions of Homo erectus and Homo heidelbergensis.
The genus and species name together form the binomial nomenclature used in biological classification to give each species a unique two-part scientific name, such as Homo sapiens for humans.
The name Homo erectus was given to this species because of its upright posture compared to earlier human ancestors. "Erectus" means upright in Latin.
From my understanding, that would be homo sapiens sapiens, or "wise wise man." That's what our generation is called anyway. From that logic, I suppose "man" would be homo.