Asked by Jaime Angelo on Jun 25, 2024
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Which of the following are not considered hominoids?
A) humans
B) lemurs
C) siamangs
D) bonobos
Hominoids
A term referring to the group of primates that includes all the great apes and humans.
Lemurs
A group of primates known for their large eyes and tail, native exclusively to the island of Madagascar and surrounding areas. They are noted for their diverse species and ecological roles in their habitats.
Bonobos
A species of great ape known for its peaceful behavior, found in the Congo basin, which is genetically close to humans.
- Distinguish between different primate groups based on taxonomy and morphology.
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Yailyn MuñozJun 25, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Lemurs are not considered hominoids as they belong to a different primate group called the lemurs or prosimians. Hominoids include all great apes (including humans, bonobos, and siamangs) and lesser apes (gibbons).
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish between different primate groups based on taxonomy and morphology.