Science April 2010 PMID 20378811

Australopithecus sediba: a new species of Homo-like australopith from South Africa.

Lee R Berger, Darryl J de Ruiter, Steven E Churchill, Peter Schmid, Kristian J Carlson, Paul H G M Dirks, Job M Kibii

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The social discussions reveal a strong interest in the species' evolutionary significance, with examples like mentions of how the fossils challenge or support theories of human origins. The tone varies from educational to skeptical, with some posters referencing academic use and others questioning evolutionary implications, reflecting diverse but engaged perspectives.

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The discussions suggest the research has a notable impact on scientific understanding and educational discussions, though not universally transformative.

Abstract in brief

  • Australopithecus sediba is a newly discovered species of early human ancestor found in South Africa, dated to about 195-178 million years ago, and represented by two partial skeletons.
  • The fossils were found together in cave deposits at the Malapa site, with associated skull and dental remains, suggesting they belonged to the same species.
  • Evidence from both skull and body parts indicates that Australopithecus sediba shares more advanced features with early Homo than other australopithecines, potentially offering clues about the evolutionary origin of the Homo genus.

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Roberto Sáez
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Australopithecus sediba: A New Species of Homo-Like Australopith from South Africa, by @LeeRberger et al. Science 9 Apr 2010 https://t.co/rXul07yiJr

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Makarius Itambu
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@LeeRberger @Twitter I remember to have used this https://t.co/M5yCFGYz2Y research article as the most newest reading by then in my Masters class to do a class assignment in Human Evolution course at the University of Dar es Salaam!

Apr 9, 2023 · 6 likes · 1 share · 1,067 followers View post →
Fossil Nicknames
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In 2010, @LeeRberger & colleagues officially named the species Australopithecus sediba in Science. (The species name "sediba" translates as "fountain" or "wellspring" in Sesotho.) doi:10.1126/science.1184944

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Gabriel Rocha
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@primatagabriel https://t.co/Abs38QXKJN

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Lee R Berger
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RT @robertosaezm: Australopithecus sediba: A New Species of Homo-Like Australopith from South Africa, by @LeeRberger et al. Science 9 Apr 2…

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Lee R Berger
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RT @FossilNicknames: In 2010, @LeeRberger & colleagues officially named the species Australopithecus sediba in Science. (The species name "…

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@brandonworrell1 @Shipwreckdude @NotEvolution1 literature. See also Evolution Exposed, What Is Science? 4Lee R. Berger, Darryl J. de Ruiter, Steven E. Churchill, Peter Schmid, Kristian J. Carlson, Paul H. G. M. Dirks, Job M. Kibii, “Australopithecus sediba: A New Species of Homo-like Australopith from South Africa,” Science

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Gabriel Rocha
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@primatagabriel https://t.co/Abs38QXKJN

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Lee R Berger
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RT @MakariusItambu: @LeeRberger @Twitter I remember to have used this https://t.co/M5yCFGYz2Y research article as the most newest reading b…

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Makarius Itambu
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@LeeRberger @Twitter I remember to have used this https://t.co/M5yCFGYz2Y research article as the most newest reading by then in my Masters class to do a class assignment in Human Evolution course at the University of Dar es Salaam!

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Julian Norris
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@Prophecy_YEC @MPloughboy So show me why Australopithecus sediba for example, doesn’t have a mix of human and non-human ape characteristics. https://t.co/0ANMqdVuvi https://t.co/0NvAKdGmRp https://t.co/ZlW3CGufjz https://t.co/sYh1SrfLmp https://t.co/u6zXjgeaZY https://t.co/wflCQDkplS

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Lee R Berger
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RT @FossilNicknames: In 2010, @LeeRberger & colleagues officially named the species Australopithecus sediba in Science. (The species name "…

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Fossil Nicknames
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In 2010, @LeeRberger & colleagues officially named the species Australopithecus sediba in Science. (The species name "sediba" translates as "fountain" or "wellspring" in Sesotho.) doi:10.1126/science.1184944

Sep 3, 2021 · 5 likes · 1 share · 281 followers View post →
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RT @robertosaezm: Australopithecus sediba: A New Species of Homo-Like Australopith from South Africa, by @LeeRberger et al. Science 9 Apr 2…

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Nell Whiteside
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RT @robertosaezm: Australopithecus sediba: A New Species of Homo-Like Australopith from South Africa, by @LeeRberger et al. Science 9 Apr 2…

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Lee R Berger
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RT @robertosaezm: Australopithecus sediba: A New Species of Homo-Like Australopith from South Africa, by @LeeRberger et al. Science 9 Apr 2…

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Roberto Sáez
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Australopithecus sediba: A New Species of Homo-Like Australopith from South Africa, by @LeeRberger et al. Science 9 Apr 2010 https://t.co/rXul07yiJr

Aug 16, 2019 · 8 likes · 5 shares · 12,483 followers View post →
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Very good almighty God destroy demon evil spirit for eternity. Australopithecus sediba: A New Species of Homo-Like Australopith from South Africa https://t.co/JHKVzsoCHN

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