What is australopthecus?

Answer 1

Australopithecus is the name of a species of hominids thought to have occupied eastern and southern Africa, becoming extinct about two million years ago. Paleontologists generally believe that they played a significant role in human evolution, particularly in brain development.

Answer 2

Australopithecus is a genus of early hominins that lived in Africa from around 4 to 2 million years ago. They are known for being bipedal (walking on two legs) and having a mix of ape-like and human-like characteristics, making them an important part of our evolutionary history. Famous species within this genus include Australopithecus afarensis, represented by the fossil "Lucy."

Answer 3

The Ulmus Australis is a kind of tree that grows in parts of Switzerland, France and Italy. Its known for its distinctive leathery, veined leaves.