Human origins final exam - Homo Heidelbergensis (archaic)

cranial features of homo archaic

traditional cranium, blending homo erectus traits with dervied features similar to neanderthals and modern humans. key triats include a learger braincase (1100-1400cc) a robust, double arched brow ridge, a low sloping forehead, and a thick cranial vault, also including a less projecting face

Mosaic of homo erectus and sapiens features

Humanesque skull. versatile hands, long legs, human like feet, primitive shoulders, flared pelvis, curved fingers

Mauer mandible

discovered in 1970 near Heidlberg germany, is the offical type of specim (holotype) for homo heidelbergensis

geographical distribution

across africa, eurpoe, and potentially into asia

evidence of spear use

found wooden spears found at Schoningen germany, associated with butchered horse, also found stone points at kathu pan south africa, suitable for hafting on spears