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African hominid species that might be ancestral to both Homo heidelbergensis and modern humans, known for robust features.

Possible ancestor to the Homo genus, its fossils are associated with stone tools and animal bones with cut marks, indicating meat consumption.

An early hominid species known for the partial skeleton, 'Ardi', showing a combination of traits suitable for both tree climbing and some form of bipedalism.

Earliest Homo species, famous for its tool use, possibly the maker of the Oldowan tools, a significant cognitive evolution from earlier apes.

A species exhibiting a mixture of primitive and modern traits, their remains suggest possible ritualistic disposal of the dead.

An early form of Homo erectus found in Africa, believed to be ancestral to later Homo species, exhibiting long legs and shorter arms relative to torso.

A dwarf species known as 'Hobbit' due to the small body and brain size, yet still made fairly advanced tools; isolated evolution on Flores Island.

Early hominid with both ape-like and human traits, known for the famous 'Lucy' specimen; bipedal but also likely spent time in trees.

Anatomically modern humans, capable of abstract thinking, language, problem-solving, and the creation of sophisticated tools and art.

An early hominid with a rounder cranium and larger brain than earlier species, possibly the first to use tools.

One of the robust australopithecines known for its large teeth and strong jaw muscles, providing information about a different evolutionary path.

Early human species that was very successful, lasted over a million years, and was the first to use fire and complex tools.

Close human relative adapted to cold climates; exhibited complex behavior, like burial of dead and possibly language.

A transitional species with unique traits between Australopithecus and Homo genera, showing a mix of primitive and advanced features.

A small-bodied human species discovered in the Philippines, with a mixture of ancient and modern traits, challenging the narrative of human evolution.

Kenyapithecus descendant, potential direct ancestor of Australopithecus afarensis, showing early signs of bipedalism.

An early human species that might be a common ancestor of both Neanderthals and modern humans, known for its pioneering use of tools.

A robust hominid known for its massive jaws and molars, adapted for chewing tough plant material, providing insight into diverse hominid diets.

A common ancestor of both Neanderthals and Homo sapiens, known for hunting large animals and building shelters.