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What r primates
Taxonomic order of organisms that includes lemurs / lorises / monkeys / apes / humans
What does the genetic similarities of the primates lead to
leads to some observable similarities in features, which enable identification of the group
The combination of the grasping fingers and overlapping vision are characteristic of the primates
what are the characteristics of primates
What is the arboreal characteristic
Means Tree dwelling
-Most physical traits of primates have developed due to living in trees (grasping fingers / toes and overlapping vision)
what is the grasping / prehensile digits characteristic
Required for tree climbing, to wrap digits around tree branches
What is the evolutionary trend in mobility in the digits
Trend is towards an increasing mobility in the digits and the ability to move each one independently from the others
- Most highly developed digits are the thumb (also big toe in non-human primates) as they are also opposable