Kenyapithecus

Kenyapithecus is an extinct genus of primates that lived about 14 to 10 million years ago in Africa. It is believed to be an early ancestor of modern great apes, including humans, chimpanzees, and gorillas. Kenyapithecus shows features of both ancient and more modern primates, helping scientists understand how primates evolved over time. Its fossil remains, mainly skull and jaw fragments, suggest it was a large, robust ape that likely lived in forested environments. Studying Kenyapithecus provides valuable insights into the evolutionary history of the great ape family and the origins of humans.