Australopithecus africanus likely walked upright on two legs, similar to modern humans, allowing for more efficient movement. This is supported by their pelvic structure and leg bones, which suggest they were adapted for bipedal locomotion. However, they may have also been capable of moving on all fours when needed.
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Australopithecus africanus was not "created" in the traditional sense. It was a species that lived in Africa between 3 and 2 million years ago. It is believed to have evolved from earlier Australopithecus species.
All the australopithecines lived in what is now modern day Africa and finds of africanus have been limited to Southern Africa.
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Australopithecus africanus is an extinct hominin species that lived in Africa around 2 to 3 million years ago. They were bipedal and had a combination of ape-like and human-like traits, suggesting they were a transitional species in human evolution. Notable fossils of Australopithecus africanus include the Taung child.
There is no direct evidence of cultural activities among Australopithecus africanus. This species is known for being one of the earliest hominins, focusing more on bipedal locomotion and increased tool use rather than complex cultural behaviors.