What are the problems of aquatic ape theory?

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In summary, the aquatic ape theory is a controversial hypothesis proposing that human ancestors underwent a period of adaptation to a semi-aquatic lifestyle. However, this theory lacks concrete evidence and has been heavily criticized by the scientific community for its lack of supporting data and its reliance on anecdotes and speculation. Additionally, the theory does not fully explain key aspects of human evolution, such as the development of bipedalism and the enlargement of the human brain. Overall, the problems of aquatic ape theory lie in its lack of scientific credibility and the lack of substantial evidence to support its claims.
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aquatic_ape_hypothesis

From what I understand the mainstream science does not consider the AAT to be valid mostly because of lack of evidence. But has the AAT been disproved? I mean it seems to be quite easy. For example:
The theory requires our ancestors to be near water. Therefore if we found fossils of several transitional species from that time that are far enough from anybody of water it would be quite conclusive proof.
The AAT doesn't seem to be typical pseudoscience, and it looks like it provides a lot of testable claims.
 
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AAT is not a peer-reviewed theory and does not have any evidence to support it. As such it is outside of this website's remit to teach and discuss mainstream science. The reception section of the wiki article you link to has plenty of references that you can use to research further.

EDIT: this link contains a lot of good info http://www.aquaticape.org/
 
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What is the aquatic ape theory?

The aquatic ape theory is a hypothesis that suggests humans evolved and adapted to a semi-aquatic lifestyle during our evolutionary history.

What evidence supports the aquatic ape theory?

Some evidence that has been used to support the aquatic ape theory includes the presence of subcutaneous fat, the ability to hold our breath, and the distribution of hair on our bodies.

What are the main criticisms of the aquatic ape theory?

Some of the main criticisms of the aquatic ape theory include the lack of fossil evidence, the lack of support from genetics, and the inability to explain certain unique human traits such as bipedalism.

How does the aquatic ape theory differ from the mainstream theory of human evolution?

The aquatic ape theory differs from the mainstream theory of human evolution in that it suggests a different path of adaptation and evolution for our species, specifically highlighting the role of water in shaping our physical and behavioral traits.

Is the aquatic ape theory widely accepted by the scientific community?

No, the aquatic ape theory is not widely accepted by the scientific community. While it has gained some attention and support from certain individuals, the majority of scientists and experts in the field of human evolution do not consider it a valid or well-supported theory.

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