Mouse Mat : PROCONSUL AFRICANUS. Species of ape that lived in eastern Africa about 18 million years ago, discovered in 1948 by Dr. Mary Leakey at Rusinga Island, Lake Victoria
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PROCONSUL AFRICANUS. Species of ape that lived in eastern Africa about 18 million years ago, discovered in 1948 by Dr. Mary Leakey at Rusinga Island, Lake Victoria
Granger holds millions of images spanning more than 25,000 years of world history, from before the Stone Age to the dawn of the Space Age
Media ID 7552211
1948 African Ancestry Evolution Fossil Island Mary Pre Historic Skull Uganda Ugandan Zoology Africanus Lake Victoria Leakey Proconsul
Mouse Mat
A high quality photographic print manufactured into a durable wipe clean mouse mat (27x22cm) with a non slip backing, which works with all mice.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 26.9cm x 21.8cm (10.6" x 8.6")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
PROCONSUL AFRICANUS - An Ancient Link to Our Primate Past
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print showcases the remarkable discovery of PROCONSUL AFRICANUS, a species of ape that roamed eastern Africa approximately 18 million years ago. Unearthed in 1948 by the pioneering Dr. Mary Leakey on Rusinga Island, Lake Victoria, this skull represents an invaluable piece of our zoological and evolutionary history. With its intricate engraving capturing every detail, this image transports us back to a time when these majestic creatures thrived in their Ugandan habitat. PROCONSUL AFRICANUS provides crucial insights into our African ancestry and sheds light on the prehistoric evolution of apes. The fossilized remains found at Lake Victoria have allowed scientists to delve deeper into understanding the origins and development of primates, offering glimpses into their behavior and physical characteristics. This extraordinary find has opened up new avenues for research and continues to shape our knowledge about early hominids. As we gaze upon this photograph from The Granger Collection, we are reminded of Dr. Mary Leakey's groundbreaking contributions to paleoanthropology. Her tireless dedication led her to uncovering significant evidence that forever changed our understanding of human evolution. Let this image serve as a reminder that even millions of years later, PROCONSUL AFRICANUS stands as a testament to the rich diversity and interconnectedness within nature—a timeless symbol bridging the gap between past
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