Scientists: 'ardi' Fossil Sheds Light On Origin Of Human Species

Scientists: 'Ardi' Fossil Sheds Light on Origin of Human Species

Daily MailScientists: 'Ardi' Fossil Sheds Light on Origin of Human SpeciesWashington PostArdi lived 4.4 million years ago in the woodlands of East Africa. She spent most of her time in the trees. She stood about four feet tall, weighed 110 pounds, and had long arms, short legs, and a grasping big toe that was perfect for ...Fossil Skeleton From Africa Predates LucyNew York TimesFossil finds extend human storyBBC NewsFossils may turn 'evolution on its head'Los Angeles TimesWall Street Journal -ABC News -The Associated Pressall 51 news articles »

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