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Digital reconstruction of Masripithecus moghraensis, the ancient ape species. (Mansoura University / The Leakey Foundation / STDF via SWNS)

By Stephen Beech

The discovery of a new ape species that lived in Egypt 17 million years ago is "reshaping" the understanding of evolution.

Discovery of 17-million year old ape species “reshaping” understanding of evolution

Sallam Lab team from Mansoura University Vertebrate Paleontology Center. (Professor Hesham Sallam via SWNS)

Discovery of 17-million year old ape species “reshaping” understanding of evolution

Reconstruction of Masripithecus moghraensis in the wild. (Mauricio Antón / Hesham Sallam via SWNS)

Discovery of 17-million year old ape species “reshaping” understanding of evolution

Masripithecus moghraensis mandibular fragment with right M3 at the moment of discovery. (Professor Hesham Sallam via SWNS)

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Side view of the digital reconstruction of Masripithecus moghraensis, the ancient ape species. (Mansoura University / The Leakey Foundation / STDF via SWNS)

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