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When and where did the oldest known fossil species of Homo appear? What is its scientific name? Mention any one feature in which this species showed improvement over Australopithecus.

Answer 1

First fossil species of Homo were found in east Africa around 1.6 to 1.8 million years ago. The scientific name is Homo erectus. They were slightly advanced than Australopithecus. They lived in caves and used tools to dig tubers showing improvement over Australopithecus.