Choose which among the following species is not part of the great apes family?

Chimpanzees

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Humans

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Gorillas

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Sharks

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Solution

The correct option is D Sharks
Chimpanzees, orangutans, gorillas, and humans are collectively called the great apes. Chimpanzees are closely related to humans genetically and are also known as hominids.
Hominid is an umbrella term for species of extinct and modern great apes including present-day humans. Sharks are not part of the great apes family.

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