Praeanthropus

Translingual

Wikispecies

Etymology

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Proper noun

Praeanthropus m

1. A taxonomic genus within the family Hominidae – certain extinct hominins.

Usage notes

Praeanthropus comprises species that are often placed in other genera, such as Australopithecus or Orrorin.