Human

Homo sapiens · Mammal, Vertebrate, Warm-blooded, Wild/Domestic

Human

Animal Family

Hominidae, order Primates, class Mammalia

Animal Category

Domestic/Wild

Breed / Variety

Modern human

Conservation Status

Least Concern, population increasing rapidly.

About This Creature

Bipedal primate characterized by a large brain capable of complex reasoning, abstract thought, language, and culture.

Physical Characteristics

Bipedal locomotion, highly developed prehensile hands, forward-facing eyes, reduced hair coverage compared to other primates.

Behavior & Temperament

Highly social, communicative, cultural, complex emotional and cognitive behavioral patterns.

Habitat & Diet

Origin Region

Global, originating in Africa

Habitat

Urban, Suburban, Rural, Terrestrial

Diet & Nutrition

Omnivore, utilizing a wide variety of plant and animal sources.

Lifespan & Health

Average global lifespan ranges from 70 to over 80 years depending on region and healthcare access.

Special Characteristics

Advanced tool use, complex language, writing, and high capacity for modifying the environment.

Ecological Information

Dominant global species acting as a hyper-keystone species, significantly shaping ecosystems, climate, and biodiversity worldwide.

Identified on 9/19/2026