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Paranthropus robustus cranium (SK46)
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Paranthropus robustus cranium (SK46)
Frontal view of a cast of an adult, probably female, cranium, crushed, with half of braincase, portion of face, palatinum and maxilla. Discovered at Swartkrans, South Africa by Robert Broom and J.T. Robinson c. 1949
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This photograph showcases a frontal view cast of Paranthropus robustus cranium SK46, discovered at Swartkrans, South Africa by renowned paleoanthropologists Robert Broom and John T. Robinson around 1949. The adult, likely female, cranium is depicted in crushed condition, revealing half of the braincase, a portion of the face, palatine bone, and maxilla. Paranthropus robustus, a robust australopithecine, is an extinct hominin species that lived between 2.0 and 1.5 million years ago. This particular fossil is significant due to its well-preserved features, which provide valuable insights into the anatomy and evolutionary history of early humans. The cranium's robust brow ridges, large molars, and thickened enamel are adaptations that suggest a diet consisting of hard foods, such as nuts and roots. The discovery of Paranthropus robustus cranium SK46 has contributed significantly to our understanding of human evolution, particularly the transition from an arboreal to a terrestrial lifestyle. This evocative image offers a glimpse into the past, inviting us to ponder the complex journey of human evolution.
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