Homininae

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Homininae

Homininae is a subfamily of Hominidae, which includes humans, their ancestors, and related species. This subfamily is part of the order Primates and the family Hominidae, commonly known as the great apes. The Homininae subfamily is divided into two tribes: Hominini and Gorillini.

Classification[edit | edit source]

The Homininae subfamily is classified as follows:

Tribes and Genera[edit | edit source]

The Homininae subfamily is divided into two main tribes:

Evolution and Fossil Record[edit | edit source]

The Homininae subfamily has a rich fossil record that provides insight into the evolution of humans and their relatives. Key fossil genera include:

Characteristics[edit | edit source]

Members of the Homininae subfamily share several characteristics, including:

  • Larger brain size compared to other primates
  • Bipedal locomotion in the genus Homo
  • Complex social structures and behaviors
  • Use of tools and development of culture

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Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD