Raymond Dart

Paleoanthropologist; Taung Child discoverer

Raymond Dart - Paleoanthropologist; Taung Child discoverer
Born

February 4th, 1893
132 years ago

Died

1988
37 years ago — 95 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Australia

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A significant figure in paleoanthropology, contributions centered around human evolution. Discovered the Taung Child in 1924, the first fossil of an early human ancestor in Africa. This discovery stimulated interest in the study of human origins and shaped the field of anthropology. Developed the 'Australopithecus' classification of early hominids. Engaged in extensive research on prehistoric fauna and contributed to the understanding of humans' ecological adaptations over time.

Discovered the Taung Child

Classified Australopithecus

Published numerous influential papers

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