Homo erectus
Homo erectus is an early human species that lived from about 1.9 million years ago to roughly 110,000 years ago. It is considered one of our direct ancestors and is known for its larger brain compared to earlier hominins, walking upright, and using tools. Homo erectus is thought to have been the first to control fire and possibly the first to migrate out of Africa. This species shows advancements in social behavior and technology, marking a significant step in human evolution toward modern humans, Homo sapiens. Their fossils have been found across Africa, Asia, and Europe.
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Homo erectus is an extinct species of early human that lived between about 1.9 million and 110,000 years ago. Known for its upright walking posture, it was one of the first human ancestors to leave Africa and spread into Asia and Europe. Homo erectus had a larger brain than earlier hominins and showed advances in tool-making and the use of fire. They are considered an important link in human evolution, showcasing how early humans adapted to their environments and laid the groundwork for later species, including modern humans (Homo sapiens).