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quadrupedalism primates  

Definition

  • The study of locomotor adaptations is fundamental to the study of primate evolution and ecology. The primates are particularly interesting because they manifest a remarkable diversity of locomotor styles. [Source: Encyclopedia of Anthropology; Primates, Quadrupedalism]

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/N9J-CSHJVKW4-P

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