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Homo erectus Half Scale Skull KAM-05 When Dr. Eugene Dubois discovered the first Homo erectus fossils in Java in 1891, he named the species Pithecanthropus erectus (“the ape-man who walks upright”). The name was changed to Homo erectus (“upright man”) after scientists realized that P. erectus and some other similar finds were actually a type of early human. Many specimens are known at this time, 40 in Java alone. Many experts feel that the species originated in Africa approximately 2 million years ago as Homo ergaster (sometimes also called H. erectus), and dispersed in Asia – and possibly Europe - over the next millions years. Crude tools have been found in association with the remains of H. erectus and they may have also used fire. Adults were thick-boned with massive jaws and heavy brow ridges. Their brains were smaller than either Neandertal or modern man, but nearly twice as big as a large Australopithecine. It is presumed by many scientists that H. erectus or H. ergaster was a direct ancestor to modern humans. Comparable to our companion full sized hominid skull BH-005. This product is available in a set of 7 half scale primate skulls (KAM-SET-7). Please see Related Products, below. We also produce Bone Clones® full scale versions of all species represented in this set, including two H. erectus specimens, and offer a full scale version of this set (BH-KRO-3). Please check out our Fossil Hominid, Human Skulls and Great Ape categories. BONE CLONES® Half-Scale Series - Sculpted by anatomical sculptor Dr. Steve Wagner, and licensed exclusively to Bone Clones®, these marvelously detailed miniature skulls accurately represent the osteological anatomy of 7 primate skulls: Human, Gorilla, Chimpanzee and 4 early hominids. Made of our custom formulated, durable, resin and expertly finished, these extraordinary miniature skulls feature all the detail of the originals. Easily handled, and a convenient size for comparative study, our Bone Clones® Half Scale Series skulls display beautifully and are a great teaching aid. Made in the U.S.A.
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| Scientific Name | Catalogue # | Size | Price |
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| Homo erectus | KAM-05 | 3 3/4"L, 2 1/2" W, 3" H | $72.00 |
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