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Richard Leakey, palaeoanthropologist
Richard Leakey. Caricature of the Kenyan palaeoanthropologist and conservationist Richard Erskine Frere Leakey (born 1944) holding an Australopithecus hominid skull, which he discovered. In August 1969 Leakey found the 1.6 million-year-old skull of Australopithecus robustus at East Turkana, Kenya. A. robustus is thought to have inhabited much of southern and eastern Africa from about 2.2 until 1.2 million years ago. Leakey was head of the East Turkana Research Project, where major homind fossil finds were made during the 1970s
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This print showcases Richard Leakey, a renowned palaeoanthropologist and conservationist. In the image, Leakey is depicted in a comical caricature form, holding an Australopithecus hominid skull that he discovered. The photograph captures his significant contribution to the field of anthropology and his pivotal role in unearthing ancient human fossils. Leakey's groundbreaking discovery took place in August 1969 at East Turkana, Kenya when he unearthed the 1.6 million-year-old skull of Australopithecus robustus. This species is believed to have inhabited vast regions of southern and eastern Africa between 2.2 and 1.2 million years ago. As head of the East Turkana Research Project during the 1970s, Leakey led numerous expeditions that resulted in major hominid fossil finds. His dedication to paleontology and zoology has made him a prominent figure in scientific history. The monochrome illustration beautifully captures Leakey's passion for understanding human evolution through artistry. It portrays him as an adult male with deep knowledge of biology and anthropology, emphasizing his expertise as a scientist and researcher. Richard Erskine Frere Leakey's legacy extends beyond his contributions to paleontology; he is also recognized for his conservation efforts aimed at preserving wildlife habitats across Africa. This remarkable print from Science Photo Library serves as a testament to Richard Leakey's invaluable work in unraveling our evolutionary past while highlighting his commitment to safeguarding our planet's precious fauna for future generations.
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