Australopithecus Africanus Apr 2026

: Primarily found in South Africa, including the famous Sterkfontein Caves .

: Latin Australo (southern), Greek pithecus (ape), and africanus (of Africa). australopithecus africanus

: Lived approximately 3.3 to 2.1 million years ago. : Primarily found in South Africa, including the

: Slightly larger than A. afarensis , averaging 420–500 cc. : Primarily found in South Africa

: Rounder cranium, less sloping face, and smaller teeth than earlier hominins.