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Human evolution is a remarkable story of adaptation, innovation, and survival. Over the course of millions of years, our species, Homo sapiens, has evolved from small, tree-dwelling primates to the dominant intelligent beings on Earth. This article explores the fascinating journey of human evolution, tracing our ancestral roots from the early hominins to the emergence of Homo sapiens. The Early Hominins The story of human evolution begins in Africa, where our earliest ancestors, known as hominins, emerged. The first known hominin, lived approximately 7 million years ago. These early hominins were adapted to life in the forests and had features like opposable big toes and long arms suited for climbing trees. A major milestone in our evolution occurred around 3-4 million years ago with the emergence of Australopithecus, a genus of hominins. These bipedal creatures marked the transition from arboreal life to a more terrestrial existence. One of the most famous Australopithecus specimens i...