Between 295,000 and 215,000 years ago, the giant ape Gigantopithecus blacki went extinct because it was unable to adapt to its changing environment.

The largest primate to ever live, Gigantopithecus blacki, went extinct between 295,000 and 215,000 years ago due to its inability to adapt to a changing environment. The giant ape, which stood nearly 10 feet tall and weighed up to 650 pounds, likely relied on a specialized diet of fruits and flowers in tropical forests. As the climate changed and produced fewer fruits, the apes were unable to adapt their food preferences and behaviors, making them vulnerable to extinction.

January 10, 2024
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