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Ida the fossil, 47 million years old

She is the oldest primate fossil ever found. When Ida died she weighed a bit more than a pound and was only 9 months old. This little primate has a lot of scientists jumping. They have already made a documentary and book written on her. The images of the fossil are breathtaking. Take a look at graphics and video.


IDA'S PLACE IN EVOLUTION
See how Ida relates to other primates and human evolution.

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IDA IN 3-D
View a model of Ida's skeleton spin in space.

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FULL-PAGE GRAPHIC
Download this in-depth graphic I did on Ida, packed with info. Enjoy.

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