Question

Differentiate between Ramapithecus and Dryopithecus

Answer 1

Differentiate between Dryopithecus and Ramapithecus primates.

Solution

 Dryopithecus Ramapithecus  The early man was present about 15 mya in Miocene epoch.  The early man was present about 15 mya in the Siwalik Hills. Forelimbs were longer than hindlimbs.  Forelimbs were smaller than hindlimbs.  They resemble more like apes. They resemble more like man. 

Answer 2

The difference between Ramapithecus and Dryopithecus are:

Ramapithecus:

• The Ramapithecus were more man like.
• They evolved in 15 mya.
• They were found in 'Miocene epoch'.
• The hands and legs were less hairy.
• They have competitively smaller brain but larger brain development.

Dryopithecus:

• The Dryopithecus were ape like individuals
• They evolved in 25 mya.
• They were found in the 'Siwalik Hills'.
• They had thick hair growth on their skin.
• They have larger brain but the development of brain is lesser when compared to the ramapithecus.