The Missing Link
The fossil found in Germany has created quite a commotion in the scientific community. According to paleontologist Jorn Hurum “Ida” is a crutial part to the evolution of man or “the missing link”. “Ida”, known among the scientific community as Darwinius massillae.
As shown in the picture “Ida” has many primate like qualities such as opposable thumbs, grasping hands, and short limbs. Since the fossil was found in Germany scientists belive that Europe was an important place for primate evolution.
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