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We have a significantly higher brain-to-body mass ratio, particularly in the visual cortex, which helps us process complex social cues.

This group includes everything from macaques to humans. We are characterized by downward-pointing nostrils and, in the case of apes, the complete absence of a tail. Where Do Humans Fit In? anthropoidea

Found in Central and South America, these monkeys often have flat, broad noses and prehensile tails that act like a fifth limb. We have a significantly higher brain-to-body mass ratio,

Unlike the "wet-nosed" lemurs, anthropoids have dry noses and highly mobile upper lips, allowing for a wide range of facial expressions. A Tale of Two Worlds particularly in the visual cortex

Our eyes are positioned forward for 3D depth perception, crucial for navigating trees or pinpointing tools.