Louisiana State University ANTH 1001 Bio Anthro Exam 2
Primitive traits- traits that passed on unchanged from an ancestor Derived traits- traits that develop in a particular taxon after they split form their common ancestor Despite the same basic adaptations, still a lot of diversity o Morphological, ecological, and behavioral diversity Traditional Primate Classification There are approximately 230-270 species of nonhuman primates Each lineage or species possess unique qualities that make it better suited to a particular habitat and lifestyle Suite of characters What defines a primate? Extremities adapted for prehension (holding things) Opposable Thumb and Big Toe (ish) Pentadactyly- 5 digits Flat Nails- not having claws Tactile Pads
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