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It allowed them to see further on the grasslands and savannah.

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What are animals that can stand upright called?

humans and other creatures that walk upright are called


Primates that have an upright posture and walk on two feet are called what?

Some animals that can walk on two legs include apes, chimpanzees, and gorillas, but they use their hands for a lot of walking also. Humans can. Humans are classed as animals. Birds walk on two feet when they're not flying. Kangaroos, wallabies and kangaroo rats hop on feet. Tyrannosaurus Rex used to walk on two legs


What adaptation allows humans to walk upright?

The ability to walk upright evolved over time. It was driven by changing climate. As the climate became drier and the forests were replaced by grass lands. The ability to see further was helped by walking upright. An upright human was seen as larger and more intimidating. The pelvis had to change shape as well as the leg bones had to change to support the weight. Walking upright means that the weight of the body is on one leg and on the one knee joint with each step. The spine became curved at the hips to absorb shock. Finally, the skull was fully supported by the spine. Around 1.9 million years ago, Homo erectus was fully upright. The grassland were spreading, he could walk upright for days, carry tools and children, and see long distances. See link:


What were the important accomplishments for Australopithecus?

Australopithecus was an important genus in human evolutionary history as they were among the earliest hominins to walk upright on two legs, a key characteristic that distinguishes humans from other primates. They also showed advancements in tool use and evidence of social behavior, paving the way for the development of more complex societies in later hominin species.


How tall is a gorilla when standing up?

even dough gorillas can stand upright because their anatomy allows them to, they actuallly do not walk complety upright, they lean forward and help themselves to walk by using their knucles.