Don Johanson

Don Johanson is a renowned paleontologist known for discovering the fossilized remains of "Lucy," an ancient human ancestor, in Ethiopia in 1974. His work has significantly advanced our understanding of human evolution by uncovering key fossil evidence that shows how early humans developed traits over millions of years. Johanson’s discoveries helped piece together the story of our origins and highlighted the importance of fossil evidence in studying human history. His contributions have made him an influential figure in anthropology and paleoanthropology.