Origins of Genus Homo–Australopiths and Early Homo; Variation of Early Homo; Speciation of Homo

(2:06 - Main Presentation) This symposium explores evidence bearing on the emergence of our genus, focusing on possible antecedents to Homo, changes in diet and body form as Australopithecus evolved toward Homo, ancient species within the genus, and evolutionary processes likely operating 2.5 - 1.5 million years ago. Recorded on 02/05/2016. [4/2016] [Show ID: 30634]

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