What is another word for Australopithecus Robustus?
Pronunciation: [ˈɒstɹɐlˌɒpɪθˌɛkəs ɹˈɒbʌstəs] (IPA) 
Australopithecus robustus, commonly known as Paranthropus robustus, is a species of extinct hominin that lived around 2-1.2 million years ago in South Africa. It is known for its robust physical characteristics, such as a large, thick skull and strong jaw muscles adapted for chewing tough vegetation. Synonyms for the species include "South African ape-man," "Paranthropus robustus," and "Robust australopithecine." The discovery of the species played a key role in shaping our understanding of the human evolutionary tree and the diversity of early hominins. Despite its extinction, Australopithecus robustus remains an important figure in the study of human evolution.
