Hominidae Collection

Sensory homunculus
This model shows what a mans body would look like if each part grew in proportion to the area of the cortex of the brain concerned with its sensory perception

Motor homunculus
This model shows what a mans body would look like if each part grew in proportion to the area of the cortex of the brain concerned with its movement

Hominid crania
L to R: Australopithecus africanus; Homo rudolfensis; H.erectus; H. heildebergensis; H. neanderthalensis and H. sapiens. Arranged in chronological order these specimens (casts)

Australopithecus afarensis (AL 288-1) (Lucy)
A cast of the partial skeleton (nicknamed Lucy) of Australopithecus afarensis found at the Hadar, North East Ethiopia in 1974 by Donald Johanson

Australopithecus afarensis (AL 288-1) (Lucy)
A partial skeleton (nicknamed Lucy) of Australopithecus afarensis found at the Hadar, North East Ethiopia in 1974 by Donald Johanson

Mountain Gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) Sabyinyo Group, Silverback in meadow, Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda, East Africa

Homo neanderthalensis in action at Swanscombe, UK
An illustration by Angus McBride showing a group of Homo neanderthalensis on the ancient banks of the river Thames in modern day Swanscombe, Kent

Bornean Orangutan (Pongo pygmaeus) female face portrait, Tanjung Puting reserve, Camp Leakey, Central Kalimantan, Borneo

Mountain gorilla (Gorilla gorilla beringei) silverback Gihishamwotsi displaying, non group dominant, Sabyinyo Group, Volcanoes National Park, Virunga Mountains, Rwanda

Tautavel Man. Subspecies of the hominid Homo erectus. Arago
Tautavel Man. Subspecies of the hominid Homo erectus. 450.000 years old fossil. Discovered in the Arago Cave in Tautavel, France

Hominid reconstructions in chronological order
From left to right: Australopithecus, Early Homo erectus (Java Man), Late Homo erectus (Peking Man), Homo heidelbergensis (Rhodesian Man), Neanderthal man and Homo sapiens (Cro-Magnon)

Eastern lowland gorilla (Gorilla beringei graueri) silverback named Chimanuka climbing a tree, Kahuzi-Biega National Park, South Kivu Province, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)

Adult Mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) holding baby, Hirwa group, Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda

Australopithecus afarensis
Illustration by Maurice Wilson of extinct African hominids (Australopithecus afarensis) living 3-4 million years ago. They walked upright, although they retained the ability to climb trees

Homo heidelbergensis in action
A reconstructed scene by Angus McBride showing Homo erectus killing an elephant. Homo heidelbergensis lived for about 1.5 million years and is believed to have used sophisticated tools

Guy (1946-1978), a western lowland gorilla
Guy the gorilla was one of London Zoos best-loved residents. After his death, he lived on as a display and research specimen at the Natural History Museum

THE MAN OF THE FORREST
Antje Wenner-Braun

Western Lowland Gorilla -Gorilla gorilla-, Cameroon, Central Africa, Africa

Artwork of four apes, 1874
Historical artwork of four great apes. These four apes are catarrhines, an infraorder which includes the apes and Old World monkeys

Gorilla gorilla gorilla, western lowland gorilla

Close up of a silverback Mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) face with eyes closed, and hand / fingers, Virunga National Park, Democratic Republic of Congo

Western lowland gorilla (Gorilla gorilla gorilla) male aged 12 years standing up at edge of Mpassa river. Captive bred in UK and released into wild along with his father in 2013

Illustration of human evolution from left to right Australopithecus afarensis, Australopithecus africanus, Homo erectus and Homo sapiens. Pencil and watercolor painting

Mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei) juvenile aged 2 years, hanging from branch, member of the Nyakagezi group, Mgahinga National Park, Uganda. January

Tapanuli Orangutan (Pongo tapanuliensis) Beti, juvenile female, daughter of Beta, in the trees, Batang Toru Forest, Sumatran Orangutan Conservation Project, North Sumatran Province, Indonesia

Sumatran Orangutan (Pongo abelii) female with very young baby, Gunung Leuser National Park, Sumatra, Indonesia

Tapanuli orangutan (Pongo tapanuliensis) Togus, adult flanged male, Batang Toru Forest. Sumatran Orangutan Conservation Project, North Sumatran Province, Indonesia

Female Bornean orangutan (Pongo pygmaeus) sitting in a tree, Tanjung Puting National Park, Borneo-Kalimantan, Indonesia

Mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) female resting with her baby, members of the Humba group, Virunga National Park, North Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo, Africa, Critically endangered

Mountain gorillas (Gorilla gorilla beringei) grooming, members of the Munyaga group, Virunga National Park, North Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo, Africa, Critically endangered

Moutain gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) close up of hand, Virunga National Park, North Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo, Africa, Critically endangered

Portrait of male silverback Mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) Virunga National Park, Democratic Republic of Congo

Mountain gorilla portrait (Gorilla gorilla), Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Uganda, East Africa

Mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei) male silverback walking past, Susa group, Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda in wet season April

Mountain gorillas (Gorilla beringei) silverback with others, Agashya Group (Former 13 Group) Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda

Young Mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei) this is Gakuru, one of 2 twin infants from female Kabatwa in Hirwa Group, on slopes of the Sabyinyo Volcano, Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda elevation 2610 m

Eastern lowland gorilla (Gorilla beringei graueri) silverback named Chimanuka, Kahuzi-Biega National Park, South Kivu Province, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)

Chimpanzee (Pan troglodytes schweinfurthii) male, scratching its leg, National Park, Uganda

RF - Mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) silverback male, portrait, member of the Nyakagezi group, Mgahinga National Park, Uganda. Critically endangered

Mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) silverback male, portrait, member of the Nyakagezi group, Mgahinga National Park, Uganda. Critically endangered

Silverback Mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei) in the bamboo forest, this is Munyinya the leader of Hirwa group, Sabyinyo volcano, Volcano National Park, Rwanda

Sumatran orangutan (Pongo abelii) female with very young baby, Gunung Leuser National Park, Sumatra, Indonesia

Mountain gorillas (Gorilla beringei) Hirwa group led by the silverback dominant male Munyinya, Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda, elevation 2610 m

Mountain gorillas (Gorilla beringei beringei) baby sticking out tongue, Volcanoes National Park / Parc National des Volcans, Rwanda

Portrait of male silverback Mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) showing his teeth, member of Nyakagezi group. Mgahinga National Park, Uganda

Infant Chimpanzee (Pan troglodytes troglodytes), aged 7 months, clinging onto its mother, Conkouati-Douli National Park, Republic of Congo, Africa

Female chimpanzee (Pan troglodytes troglodytes) portrait. Yoko, age 35 years, is the dominant female of the group, Conkouati-Douli National Park, Republic of Congo, Africa

Male Chimpanzee (Pan troglodytes troglodytes) trying to catch fallen fruits using stick as a tool, Conkouati-Douli National Park, Republic of Congo, Africa

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"Hominidae: Unveiling the Evolutionary Journey of Our Ancestral Family" Delving into the intricate world of Hominidae, we uncover a fascinating tapestry woven by millions of years of evolution. From sensory homunculus to motor homunculus, this captivating journey takes us through the diverse crania of our hominid ancestors. One iconic figure that emerges from the depths of time is Australopithecus afarensis (AL 288-1), affectionately known as Lucy. With her fossilized remains providing invaluable insights into early human history, Lucy stands as a testament to our shared lineage. As we traverse further along this evolutionary path, we encounter Homo neanderthalensis in action at Swanscombe, UK. This depiction brings forth an image of strength and resilience exhibited by our ancient relatives. The allure continues with glimpses into the lives of other remarkable members within Hominidae. The Bornean Orangutan captivates us with her wise and gentle gaze in Tanjung Puting reserve while Eastern lowland gorilla Chimanuka showcases his impressive climbing skills amidst lush surroundings. Intriguingly, it is not only their physical appearances that capture our attention but also their behaviors. Mountain gorilla silverback Gihishamwotsi displays dominance within his group while Tautavel Man - a subspecies of Homo erectus - offers a glimpse into prehistoric life during Arago times. To truly comprehend the vastness and complexity encompassed by Hominidae, reconstructions in chronological order provide us with an awe-inspiring visual narrative. Witnessing these lifelike representations allows us to connect more deeply with our ancestral roots and appreciate how far we have come as a species. Hominidae serves as a reminder that each member holds its own unique story within the grand tapestry of human evolution.