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Ouranopithecus

Ouranopithecus

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A large extinct ape that lived in Greece and Turkey
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • Some scientists believe that Ouranopithecus could be closely related to the ancestors of modern great apes.

Examples

  • The skeletal remains of Ouranopithecus suggest it was a large-bodied primate adapted to life on the ground.

  • Fossils of Ouranopithecus have been discovered in northern Greece, providing insight into Miocene-era primates.

  • The fossil remains of Ouranopithecus were discovered in Greece.

  • Researchers believe Ouranopithecus lived around 9 million years ago.

  • A fossil of Ouranopithecus was discovered in Greece, helping researchers learn more about ancient primates.

  • Scientists are studying Ouranopithecus to understand how early hominids evolved over millions of years.

  • The Ouranopithecus fossils provide insight into the physical characteristics of prehistoric hominids.

Surface Forms

Ouranopithecus singular
Ouranopitheci plural

Etymology

The word Ouranopithecus comes from Greek parts: ourano- meaning 'sky' and -pithecus meaning 'ape'. So, Ouranopithecus literally means 'sky ape', which helps you remember it is a group of ancient apes known from fossils found in Greece and nearby regions.